The Lariat Trail connects Golden with the top of Lookout Mountain and Lookout Mountain Road completes the loop back to Interstate 70. This route formed the foundation for the surrounding  area’s designation as a Colorado Heritage Area in 2000; the Byway was so designated by the Colorado Dept.
The Lariat Trail runs from Golden to the peak of Lookout Mountain, and Lookout Mountain Road completes the circuit back to Interstate 70. This route laid the groundwork for the area's designation as a Colorado Heritage Area in 2000; the Byway was designated by the Colorado Department.