Looking for a new place to explore the outdoors? Check out this list of favorite places to go from Arapahoe Libraries staff! Difficulty ratings are based on information from a few different hiking websites. Please check to make sure the trails are right for you.
Multiple Trail Options
| Name | Location | Difficulty | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Plains Conservation Center , opens a new window |
21901 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora, CO 80013 | See site for details | See site for details |
Sheridan Trails and Parks , opens a new window |
Sheridan, CO | See site for details | See site for details |
Castlewood Canyon , opens a new window |
Douglas County; Franktown, CO | Easy–Moderate | 0.5–6.2 miles |
Golden Gate Canyon State Park Hiking Trails , opens a new window |
Golden, CO | Moderate–Hard | Up to 7 miles |
Lair O’ the Bear Park Trails , opens a new window |
Idledale, CO | Easy–Moderate | Under 1 mile to 14.6 miles |
Echo Lake Trails , opens a new window |
Single Trails
| Name | Location | Difficulty | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Preservation and 17 Mile Park Trail , opens a new window |
17710 E. Valley Hi Dr., Parker, CO 80134 | Easy | 1.2 miles |
Hudson Gardens , opens a new window |
6115 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton, CO 80120 | Easy | See site for details |
Richmil Ranch Open Space , opens a new window |
77910 CO-40, Byers, CO 80103 | Easy | 3.5 miles |
Cherry Creek Trail via Broncos Parkway Trailhead , opens a new window |
16400 E. Broncos Pkwy., Centennial, CO 80016 | Easy | 2 miles |
Big Dry Creek Trail , opens a new window |
Littleton, CO | Easy | 5 miles |
Dawson Butte Ranch Open Space Trail , opens a new window |
1753 Tomah Rd., Castle Rock, CO 80109 | Easy | 5.1 miles |
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