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It is hard to think of a city like Denver. Colorado Springs isn't even like Denver.
Denver isn't like Seattle, but it is trying hard to reach Seattle's yuppie/uppity vibe.
Denver doesn't have Portland's natural environment.
Denver isn't quite like Phoenix. Or Albuquerque.
Denver doesn't have the realness of Los Angeles, or the varied topography of San Diego.
I think Sacramento is most comparable to Denver. I've said that a lot. Aside from the weather, of course. I don't feel that said statement is a slight to either city.
Now, the Seattle beach thing. Swimming at Alki is one of the most godawful things you can do to yourself. 9 days out of 10, during the summer, it isn't warm enough to enjoy. The water is FREEZING COLD, the ground under the water is covered with extremely sharp rocks, the only wave you get is via passing ferries, and it feels like a completely dirty experience overall. We used to swim at Silver Lake in Everett and Lake Whatcom in Bellingham, and those experiences blow away any Puget Sound experience that involves body in water (lake water still cold, but refreshing, clean, safe, and fun {docks to jump off of}).
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