Mount Falcon Park hiking provides all of the "must-haves" in a Front Range hike: a good climb, impressive viewpoints, pine forest, open meadows, and historical remnants. It's just one of the many excellent parks in Jefferson County, Colorado, and one of the … [Read more...] about Mount Falcon Park Hiking: A Jefferson County Gem
Chatfield State Park: Hiking the Reservoir, Dam, and More
Chatfield State Park's 33 miles (53 km) of trails, many of them paved, allow for hours of hiking exploration. Located in Littleton, Colorado, Chatfield State Park has welcomed outdoor enthusiasts since 1975. The park's managing organization, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) … [Read more...] about Chatfield State Park: Hiking the Reservoir, Dam, and More
Hiking in Colorado State Parks
I’m planning on hiking in Colorado’s State Parks this year and have a goal to get to all of them eventually. With a total of 42 state parks over a vast area (Colorado is the eighth largest state), I won’t complete this mission by the end of the year, but I have a good start and … [Read more...] about Hiking in Colorado State Parks
Cherry Creek State Park: Walking in Colorado’s First State Park
Looking across acres and acres of open space in Cherry Creek State Park, it’s easy to forget that it’s embedded in the Denver metropolitan area. A 30-minute drive from downtown Denver and less than 45 minutes from Denver International Airport, Cherry Creek State Park provides … [Read more...] about Cherry Creek State Park: Walking in Colorado’s First State Park
The Littleton Community Trail: Hidden in Plain Sight
Looking at a trail map, I thought, “there’s no trail there.” Well, I was wrong! Although quite familiar with the city of Littleton, Colorado, I had somehow not noticed the Littleton Community Trail passing right through town. This newer suburban trail is hidden in … [Read more...] about The Littleton Community Trail: Hidden in Plain Sight