North Table Mountain Park

Trail Construction Begins at North Table Mountain
NTM Park Management Plan Executive Summary

Download the executive summary (pdf)

North Table Mountain Park is located just to the northeast of the city of Golden. The park is currently undeveloped and consists of approximately 1,945 acres acquired in seven acquisition projects beginning in 1993 and concluding with the Lafarge, Inc. land exchange in 2003. North Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain that rises almost 1,000 feet above the surrounding plains with very steep side slopes.

The mountain is the result of three lava flows that originated from the Ralston Dike located about two miles northwest of the mountain. After centuries of weathering, North Table Mountain has been transformed into an area that contains several different types of habitat. These habitat types include grasslands, shrub communities, lichen rock gardens, riparian, shore and cliff habitat. Although human activity has occurred over the years, it is still considered high quality habitat and in 1993 the Colorado Natural Heritage Program classified North Table Mountain as one of only twenty-seven Conservation Sites in the County.

NTM2 The mountain is home to a resident population of about 80-100 mule deer, golden eagles, red-tailed hawks and prairie falcons as well as a small population of prairie dogs. Shore birds and ducks can be found around the three ponds that dot the top of the mountain. These spring fed ponds are the headwaters of two major drainages on the mountain that form narrow bands of riparian vegetation that almost completely bisect the property.

Conceptual Map

Download the conceptual map (pdf)

The conceptual map for North Table Mountain is referenced in the Park Management Plan Topics, Findings and Recommended Actions

It is your responsibility to know and obey Open Space rules and regulations. Users assume liability for all risks associated with visiting this Open Space area. Responsible use protects this resource for all citizens of Jefferson County.

Last Modified: May 12, 2009 12:21 PM