Deer Creek Canyon Park

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  1. CLOSED: The entirety of Black Bear Trail, which connects Deer Creek Canyon Park and Hildebrand Ranch Park, is closed from February 1 through July 31 to protect raptor nesting territory. Click this link for more information on seasonal wildlife closures.

Deer Creek Canyon Park has several trails that hikers and equestrians can have to themselves including Meadowlark, Homesteader, and Golden Eagle Trails. On multi-use trails, mountain bikers enjoy the challenge of  “The Wall,” a steep section of rocky terrain on Plymouth Creek Trail, and pedal the 2.5-mile Red Mesa Loop. All park visitors should be aware of the risk of rattlesnake encounters. 

Black Bear Trail*

The Black Bear Trail is a difficult shared-use trail connecting Deer Creek Canyon Park and Hildebrand Ranch Park. Seasonal closure in effect February 1-July 31. View Black Bear Trail Map

*Notice: This trail crosses multiple jurisdictions beyond land owned/managed by Jeffco Open Space and may fall under different regulations. 

Black Bear Trail Seasonal Closure Map
Black Bear Trail Fact Sheet and Map

RESOURCES

Park Regulations

Recreation & Activity Management Guide

Jeffco Non-emergency Number: 303.980.7300

Deer Creek Canyon Trailhead
13388 Grizzly Drive
Littleton, CO 80127

Black Bear Trail temporary seasonal closure map
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  1. NOTICE: Improvements to Golden Hills parking access at S. Table Mtn Park begin 5/22
  2. Seasonal Wildlife Closures Begin Feb. 1 at Several Parks
  3. REMINDER: Some JCOS Parks have designated-use trails or alternating use days
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