Littletonās Crabapple Route showcases thousands of blooming crabapple trees along seven miles (11.3 km) of city streets every spring for just a couple of weeks. So where did these trees come from, and why is there a Crabapple Route in Littleton? Keep reading to learn about this … [Read more...] about Littleton’s Crabapple Route: Miles of Spring Blooms
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South Valley Park Trails: Rocks, Ridges, and Ranch
South Valley Park hiking trails pass by and through prominent rock formations from different geological periods. Just minutes from a highway in the southwest corner of the Denver, Colorado metro area, take a walk on easy to moderate trails that used to be part of a cattle ranch. … [Read more...] about South Valley Park Trails: Rocks, Ridges, and Ranch
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
The Littleton Community Trail: Hidden in Plain Sight
Looking at a trail map, I thought, āthereās no trail there.ā 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
The Columbine Trail: Function Without Fanfare
The Columbine Trail on the border of the Columbine suburb and Littleton, Colorado, is a convenient hard surface trail. This no-frills walkway is easy to get to and easy to navigate. With one trailhead, few intersecting trails, and a simple route, the chances of getting lost … [Read more...] about The Columbine Trail: Function Without Fanfare