The best sporting goods shops in Denver

27 sporting goods shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Out&Back Outdoor

Sporting Goods

Out&Back Outdoor is an online marketplace for new and used outdoor gear across camping, ski and snowboard, hiking, climbing, cycling, and…

3869 Steele St Unit 1163

“Out&Back Outdoor is an online marketplace for new and used outdoor gear across camping, ski and snowboard, hiking, climbing, cycling, and more, with brands like Arc'teryx, Atomic, Altra, and Armada. Perfect for a quick gear refresh before that last summer camping run or your next Westminster weekend adventure.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 7, 2026

Outabounds Ski and Board

Sporting Goods

Outabounds Ski and Board packs Denver metro’s largest selection of new and used skis, boards, and family apparel, plus daily and seasonal…

6770 S Dawson Cir #500 (Centennial)

“Outabounds Ski and Board packs Denver metro’s largest selection of new and used skis, boards, and family apparel, plus daily and seasonal rentals for every rider. Swing by this week for expert boot fits, feel the flex in person, and let their tunes and repairs make your setup feel brand new.”

From the Centennial newsletter, August 4, 2026

Second Wind Sports

Sporting Goods

Second Wind Sports is the local consignment goldmine for outdoor folks, with quality used skis, bikes, paddleboards, fly rods, climbing…

1901 S Broadway

“Second Wind Sports is the local consignment goldmine for outdoor folks, with quality used skis, bikes, paddleboards, fly rods, climbing gear, and trail-ready clothing. Clean out the garage, consign the extras, then score new-to-you upgrades that make weekend plans come together fast.”

From the Parker newsletter, August 7, 2026

Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear

Sporting Goods

Unassuming strip-mall stop for archery & bowfishing gear & accessories, plus knives & apparel.

4298 Kipling St B (Wheat Ridge)

“Unassuming strip-mall stop for archery & bowfishing gear & accessories, plus knives & apparel.”

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L.L.Bean

Sporting Goods

Retailer offering a variety of outdoor apparel & footwear, plus sporting & camping gear.

8525 Park Meadows Center Dr (Lone Tree)

“Retailer offering a variety of outdoor apparel & footwear, plus sporting & camping gear.”

Mountain Side Gear Rental

Sporting Goods

Relaxed outlet renting gear for camping and hiking, plus snowshoe rentals.

15985 S Golden Rd Unit A (Golden)

“Relaxed outlet renting gear for camping and hiking, plus snowshoe rentals.”

Epic Mountain Gear

Sporting Goods

Ski shop providing skis, snowboards, apparel, accessories & services. Rental equipment available.

8100 W Crestline Ave B2 (Littleton)

“Ski shop providing skis, snowboards, apparel, accessories & services. Rental equipment available.”

Cabela's

Sporting Goods

Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.

10670 Cabela Dr (Lone Tree)

“Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.”

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.

7669 W 88th Ave (Westminster)

“Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.”

Bass Pro Shops

Sporting Goods

Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.

13012 Bass Pro Dr (Colorado Springs)

“Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.”

Cabela's

Sporting Goods

Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.

14050 Lincoln St (Thornton)

“Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.”

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

6305 S Main St Ste A101 (Aurora)

“Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.”

Down River Equipment

Sporting Goods

Low-key store selling custom river equipment such as inflatable boats, life vests & accessories.

11937 W Interstate 70 Frontage Rd N (Wheat Ridge)

“Low-key store selling custom river equipment such as inflatable boats, life vests & accessories.”

Epic Mountain Gear

Sporting Goods

Ski shop providing skis, snowboards, apparel, accessories & services. Rental equipment available.

2650 S Havana St (Aurora)

“Ski shop providing skis, snowboards, apparel, accessories & services. Rental equipment available.”

DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

31 W Flatiron Crossing Dr (Broomfield)

“Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.”

Vital Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Locally owned, outdoorsy shop selling clothes, shoes and gear.

1224 Washington Ave #125 (Golden)

“Locally owned, outdoorsy shop selling clothes, shoes and gear.”

Bentgate Mountaineering

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods store specializing in outdoor sports gear ranging from rock climbing to skiing.

1313 Washington Ave (Golden)

“Sporting goods store specializing in outdoor sports gear ranging from rock climbing to skiing.”

Bass Pro Shops

Sporting Goods

Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.

7970 E Northfield Blvd

“Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.”

Play It Again Sports - Lakewood

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.

13057 W Alameda Pkwy (Lakewood)

“Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.”

Sportsman's Warehouse

Sporting Goods

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

11 W 84th Ave (Thornton)

“Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.”

Arvada Army Navy Surplus

Sporting Goods

Longtime military surplus dealer with camping gear & outdoor clothes in a retro storefront.

5701 Olde Wadsworth Blvd (Arvada)

“Longtime military surplus dealer with camping gear & outdoor clothes in a retro storefront.”

Epic Mountain Gear

Sporting Goods

Warehouse-sized space with a huge variety of bicycles, clothing & gear, plus a pro shop for repairs.

9170 Wadsworth Pkwy (Westminster)

“Warehouse-sized space with a huge variety of bicycles, clothing & gear, plus a pro shop for repairs.”

Sportsman's Warehouse

Sporting Goods

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

3910 River Point Pkwy (Sheridan)

“Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.”

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.

19330 E Quincy Ave (Aurora)

“Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.”

Sportsman's Warehouse

Sporting Goods

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

18420 Cottonwood Dr (Parker)

“Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.”

Scheels

Sporting Goods

Chain with apparel, shoes & gear for sports & outdoor recreation, plus merchandise with team logos.

1226 Interquest Pkwy (Colorado Springs)

“Chain with apparel, shoes & gear for sports & outdoor recreation, plus merchandise with team logos.”

Outdoors Geek Gear Rental

Sporting Goods

Functional store offering outdoor gear, accessories & more plus rental equipment & other products.

4220 Broadway

“Functional store offering outdoor gear, accessories & more plus rental equipment & other products.”

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