Is it hard to adjust to altitude in Denver?

For those who live at sea level, it can take some time to adjust to a higher altitude. It's not unheard of for those visiting Denver to experience mild signs of altitude sickness, like headaches. But once you head to the slopes or hike up a high mountain, the chances of trouble increase.



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Adjusting to that altitude can cause trouble for visitors and new residents to the city, especially if they are on the go skiing, biking, hiking, or just generally being active in the thinner air. It's not uncommon for people unused to higher elevation to develop altitude sickness.

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