Explore 31 listed public parks, trails, forests, and natural areas in Jefferson, Colorado. Compare locations and documented activities, with official sources and notices for planning your visit.
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Sourdough Springs Campground closes from November 1 through March 31. Other camping requires a permit and its own availability check.
Nov 1, 2026 – Apr 1, 2027
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A section from Indiana Street Trailhead to the western junction with Outer Loop Trail is closed because of a bear in the area. Travel between Ward and Indiana is unavailable. The notice is dated October 21, 2026; check the park page before traveling.
Oct 21, 2026 · No end date confirmed
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The northwest sensitive area is closed to protect nesting sites. Elsewhere, stay on designated trails and do not climb the fragile sandstone formations.
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Baehrden Lodge is closed. This notice applies to the lodge, not the entire Pine Valley Ranch park.
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Meyer Ranch Park is fully closed for forest-health work beginning October 19, 2026. The agency expects work through spring 2027; this is an estimate, not a confirmed reopening date.
Oct 19, 2026 · No end date confirmed
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Meadowlark Trail is closed Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., for drainage work. On November 2 the work is scheduled to shift to Lower Plymouth Creek Trail and Meadowlark is scheduled to reopen. Lower Plymouth work is expected through November; check the linked maps for changes.
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The connection from the water tank access road to Apex Park and Grubstake Trail is permanently closed. The access road remains an out-and-back route; use Kinney Run Trail to reach the main trailhead.
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Aspen Meadows closes in winter. Reverend’s Ridge operates at reduced capacity, while yurts and cabins are described as year-round. The office, showers, laundry and dump station close; flush toilets and sinks remain behind the office. All sites require reservations.
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The dump station is closed and water is shut off for winter. Flush toilets and sinks remain available behind the campground office.
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Construction of the hike-only connection between Jawbone Trail and Welch Ditch Trail is expected to continue into 2027. The trail may remain open when safe; watch for crews. Bikes and horses should use Tertiary and Ancient Palms trails.
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Expect temporary closures on the eastern portion of Casto Creek Trail during construction. The western portion has reopened.
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Phase 5B construction continues through December 2026. Main Trailhead parking is available, with limited parking at the Upper Trailhead. Check project updates for temporary changes.
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A 0.9-mile portion of Longhorn Trail is one-way and bike-only. Use the official park map to select a route permitted for your activity.
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A 0.8-mile segment of Dakota Ridge South Trail is designated for mountain bikes only. Check the park map before choosing a walking route.
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Rutabaga Ride is a directional, bike-only trail. Hikers should select another route on the official park map.
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Enchanted Forest and Magic Mountain have directional and alternating-use rules. On even calendar dates, bicycles must travel downhill/east on all trails. Check the official use calendar before choosing a route.
