Colorado

This Denver urban park is a popular destination for metro residents who don't want to travel far to experience some nature and outdoor recreation. With an 880-acre reservoir and a host of hiking trails, this park allows visitors t explore the rolling hills and dense vegetation around Cherry Creek as it flows towards downtown Denver. This is a fee area.

When Open? Area Acres Operated By
Year-round; 5AM to 10PM 4,412 acres Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Dogs Allowed? Miles of Trail Max/Min Elev (ft)
Dogs allowed on leash 29 5,550ft - 5,680ft

Cherry Creek State Park Trail and Map Finder

Area Hiking Trails:
Area Trailheads:
1 - 12-Mile North Trailhead
2 - 12-Mile South Trailhead
3 - Cherry Creek Crossing Trailhead
4 - Cottonwood Creek Trailhead
5 - Dam Trailhead
Area Trailheads:
1 - 12-Mile North Trailhead
2 - 12-Mile South Trailhead
3 - Cherry Creek Crossing Trailhead
4 - Cottonwood Creek Trailhead
5 - Dam Trailhead
6 - Dixon Grove Trailhead
7 - East Shades Trailhead
8 - Lake Loop Trailhead
9 - Mountain Loop Trailhead
10 - Pelican Point Trailhead
11 - Prairie Loop Trailhead
12 - Shop Creek Trailhead
13 - Smoky Hill Trailhead
14 - Swim Beach Trailhead
15 - West Shades Trailhead
Area Campgrounds:
1 - Cherry Creek State Park Campground