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Roxborough State ParkRoxborough State Park is filled with dramatic red-rock formations, distinct plant communities, and a variety of wildlife. It was located in Douglas County 20 miles south of Denver, Colorado, the 3,339-acre park was established in 1975. In 1980 it was recognized as a National Natural Landmark.There are six hiking trails in Roxborough State Park, a network of easy to moderate trails that also connect to Douglas County trail system, Pike National Forest and Waterton Canyon trails.
Carpenter PeakCarpenter Peak is located in Roxborough State Park, which is a Colorado Natural Area and a National Natural Landmark. The parks 4,000 acres is filled with dramatic red-rock formations, distinct plant communities, and a host of wildlife ranging from black bears to mule deer. More than 1.2 billion years of geologic time are represented by the red-rock formations found within the park.
Waterton CanyonWaterton Canyon is the gateway for the Colorado Trail. Hike along the North Platte river the entire way on this hike just 30 minutes from Denver. It is home to many different types of wildlife, including the popular Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep herd. There are also mule deer, black bears, mountain lion(s), elk, lizards and snakes, including the prairie rattlesnake.
Cherokee Ranch & CastleCherokee Ranch, in Douglas County, has been a purebred cattle ranch since 1954, including raising Santa Gertrudis cattle. The ranch is private property but offers frequent public and private events and tours. A large portion of the ranch was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. The listing included 19 contributing buildings, five contributing structures, a contributing site, and a contributing object on 3,280 acres.
Chatfield State ParkThis beautiful Denver park is popular with hikers, boaters, campers, bikers, fishermen, and picnickers.The park centers on Chatfield Reservoir, a 1,423 acre surface area lake fed by the South Platte River and two other creeks, including Plum Creek.
Daniels ParkDaniels Park is a Denver Mountain Park, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 963 acres listing included four clusters of structures, including a total of 10 contributing buildings, nine contributing structures, and three contributing sites. The ranch is rumored to have been the site of Kit Carson's last campfire. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995.
Chatfield State ParkChatfield State Park is a state park located in Douglas and Jefferson counties of Colorado. This beautiful Denver park is popular with hikers, boaters, campers, bikers, fishermen, and picnickers. The park also features a full service marina, stable concession, off leash dog walking area, and a summer-time swim beach.
Chatfield ReservoirChatfield Reservoir is a flood-control reservoir on the South Platte River owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. In addition to its primary purpose of flood control, it serves as one of many water supply reservoirs for the city of Denver, Colorado. The reservoir is surrounded by Chatfield State Park, a recreation area with boating, horseback riding and camping. A secondary inflow from the south is Plum Creek. A tertiary inflow from the west is Deer Creek.
Chatfield State ParkChatfield State Park is a state park located in Douglas and Jefferson counties of Colorado. The park centers on Chatfield Reservoir, a 1,423 acre surface area lake fed by the South Platte River and two other creeks, including Plum Creek. It is popular with hikers, boaters, campers, bikers, fishermen, and picnickers.
Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield FarmsA picturesque nature preserve among the grasslands, ponds and cottonwood banks of Deer Creek houses a community farm supported by CSA members. Facilities include nature trails, a wildlife observation area, display gardens, educational exhibits, a historical farm, a 19th century one-room schoolhouse, working beehives and picnic areas.
Highlands Ranch MansionThis is a historic wedding venue located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado that exudes charm and character with tons of space and opportunities to host the wedding you’ve always imagined. The Mansion has a strong connection to its Western heritage and is surrounded by more than 200 acres of ranchland.
Ridgeline Open SpaceThis is a hiking or biking park in the middle of a subdivision of Caste Rock. The park provides some nice scenery, great views of the front range, and many options.
Hildebrand Ranch ParkHildebrand Ranch was a large cattle ranch and farm along Deer Creek southwest of Denver. After remaining in the hands of the Hildebrand family for more than a century, the ranch was condemned by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1971 for the construction of Chatfield Reservoir. The ranch sits on land that had been used for thousands of years as hunting, gathering, and camping grounds by Native inhabitants including the Ute, Cheyenne and Arapaho.
Chatfield Dog ParkChatfield Dog Park is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado. A variety of terrains keep dogs interested in exploring the park. Other park features include multiple trails and ponds where your dog can take a swim. Bring water for your pup and bags to clean up after your dog. This is a popular trail for birding, trail running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Deer Creek Canyon ParkDeer Creek Canyon Park is located in the southwestern part of the Denver metropolitan area about 27 miles from downtown Denver. It is a foothills park with the entrance and trailhead parking at the edge of an upscale suburban subdivision. It has seven trails with a total length of 11 miles.
Devil's Head LookoutDevil's Head Lookout is a U.S. Forest Service fire lookout tower at the summit of Devils Head in Douglas County. The station was first established in 1912, with the original tower built in 1919. In the summer of 1951, the old tower was dismantled and current structure was built. In 1991. Sitting at the highest point of Rampart Range, the fire lookout is the last remaining such structure to be in service along the Front Range of Colorado.
South Valley ParkThis is an open space located in Jefferson County west. It has an area of 909-acre which offers a vast view to the forest and wildlife. The Fountain and Lyons Formations pierce the meadows and scrubland of the park. Rocky mountain juniper and Gambel oak are found around the rock spires. Commonly seen wildlife includes mule deer, elk. Common birds include steller's jay. Horse and bicycle travel is allowed on 7 miles . Facilities include a parking lot, restrooms, picnic sites.
High Line Canal TrailIt is one of the longest continuous urban trails in the country, the Canal twists through the most populated area of Colorado while crossing multiple and varied communities. Only falling 200 feet over its entire length, the Trail is relatively flat and easily traversed by walkers, hikers, rollers, and bikers.
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South Rim TrailSouth Rim is a 2 mile blue singletrack trail located near Roxborough Colorado.This hike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. There is so many things to experience and also there area lot to see also. you can enjoy the hike and also there you can do some challenging activities too.