State: CO Length: 1.9 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Bear Creek Path begins just south of the University of Colorado Research Park and winds its way southwest to the Martin Acres community. The trail is paved and generally flat, although there is a steady incline up to S. Broadway Street at the south end of the trail. You'll travel trough some shaded and some open areas on a route that connects southeast Boulder neighborhoods, parks and Creekside Elementary School. Park East, at the north end of the trail, and Martin Park, on the south side, offer playgrounds, picnic tables and recreation areas.
State: CO Length: 9.1 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Gravel
Bear Creek Trail provides a taste of the country in the city, connecting downtown Denver with the foothills of the Rockies. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of woodlands, meadows and Bear Creek, as well as the urban beauty of the Denver skyline. The trail's western end offers tree-lined landscapes through Bear Creek Lake Park, Bear Creek Greenbelt and Bear Valley Park, while its eastern end provides a connection to shopping centers and commercial areas. Note that the path includes a variety of different surface types, from dirt and gravel to asphalt and concrete, including some single-tracking. To continue the journey, trail-goers can connect to the South Platte River Trail in Denver.
State: CO Length: 12 miles Surface: Concrete, Crushed Stone
The Big Dry Creek Trail is longest of Westminster's off-road trails, running 12 miles between Standley Lake and Interstate 25 northeast of Big Dry Creek Park in Denver's northern suburbs. The trail is generally flat, with short stretches of moderate grade. The trail passes among open space, parks and neighborhoods. At 99th Street, there is a short on-road section (appx 1 mile).
State: CO Length: 7 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt
Closely following its scenic namesake waterway for most of its journey, the popular Boulder Creek Path runs east from Boulder Canyon to the outskirts of the Valmont Reservoir. Its western end is dirt and gravel, which becomes paved as the trail enters the city and travels through downtown Boulder, community parks and the University of Colorado campus.
State: CO Length: 15.7 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The C-470 East Trail closely follows the state highway stretching 15 miles across southern Denver. At its western end, it joins the C-470 West Trail and, from its eastern end, trail-goers can connect to the popular Cherry Creek Trail, which extends 40 miles from downtown Denver to communities south.
State: CO Length: 18.2 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt
The C-470 West Trail provides open views of the Colorado foothills as it follows the southwestern segment of Denver's beltway. Along the way, the trail provides access to many desirable destinations such as Chatfield Lake, Green Mountain and Bear Creek Lake Regional Park, as well as connections to many other trails, including the High Line Canal Trail, Mary Carter Greenway, Bear Creek Trail and Platte River South Trail.
State: CO Length: 3.1 miles Surface: Concrete
The Cherry Creek Spillway Trail offers wide open views with the Denver skyline as a distant backdrop. Along the way, recreational opportunities abound as the path winds through Wheel Park and Olympic Park. The trail also provides an important connection between other trails that run through Horseshoe Park (Toll Gate Creek Trail, West Toll Gate Creek Trail and Powerline Trail) and those in Cherry Creek State Park, at its southern tip. Trail-goers should note that there are on-street crossings at Iliff Street and Chambers Street, and use caution.
State: CO Length: 40 miles Surface: Concrete
The Cherry Creek Trail is a picturesque 40-mile route that begins in downtown Denver and connects Parker, Centennial and Franktown. This paved path begins near the Platte River Trail and Confluence Park, which marks the area where a gold discovery in 1858 led to the founding of the city. Trail-goers will journey southwest, paralleling Cherry Creek, through urban landscapes and parks and into the suburbs. Highlights of the route include the Cherry Creek Shopping District and Four Mile House and Historic Park, where one can learn about Denver's early pioneers. The trail ends in a wooded, hilly area south of Denver, near the scenic Castlewood Canyon State Park in Douglas County.
State: CO Length: 20.7 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt
The Clear Creek Trail runs 20 miles from metro Denver, through Wheat Ridge, to Golden along a picturesque creek with views of the North and South Table Mountains. A highlight of the trail is the legendary Coors Brewing Company on the path's western end. To travel farther afield, there are connections to the Platte River Trail, Little Dry Creek Trail, Ralston Creek Trail and others.
State: CO Length: 10.2 miles Surface: Concrete, Dirt, Gravel
At the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the Coal Creek Regional Trail offers spectacular views of the front range. You can even identify surrounding peaks with the "peak finder" signage provided at the Aquarius Trailhead near the mid-point. You'll meander along Coal Creek from Louisville to Lafayette with occasional scenic bridge crossings along the way. Be sure to watch for herons, ducks, raptors and many other birds and wildlife. Parts of the trail are shaded with large cottonwood trees, while other areas offer wide open views of the countryside. Most of the pathway is hard-packed dirt and gravel, although some areas in danger of erosion have been paved with concrete.
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State: CO Length: 0.8 miles Surface: Ballast, Concrete, Crushed Stone
The Corridor Trail meanders along St. Vrain Creek through the mountain community of Lyons, Colorado, outside of Rocky Mountain National Park. The trail links neighborhoods with Bohn Park on the southside of town. The park offers ball fields, a basketball court, playground, a dirt bike skills area, community garden, picnic areas and shelter, and an off-leash dog park. You can also fish or use the park for a boat put-in (non-motorized craft).
State: CO Length: 0.8 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
Elmer's Two Mile Creek Greenway begins just north of Elmer's Two Mile Park on the north end of Boulder. It's paved and generally flat, traveling through open spaces, parks, neighborhoods and commercial areas. The park offers a playground and wide grassy areas perfect for a picnic or game of frisbee. From there, the trail continues south and, after an underpass at Valmont Road, reaches the Goose Creek Greenway, an east-west route across the city.
State: CO Length: 3.7 miles Surface: Gravel
Following a narrow, manmade waterway, the Fairmount Trail winds its way from Arvada to Golden. Along this flat, gravel pathway, trail-goers will enjoy scenic views of North Table Mountain and pass through residential areas. A connection to the Ralston Creek Trail is available from its northern end.
State: CO Length: 8.5 miles Surface: Asphalt, Dirt
The Firestone Trail mostly parallels Colorado Boulevard between Dacono in the south and north of Firestone, at the northern end of the trail. The trail is paved and provides access to parks, neighborhoods and businesses. At the north end, an unpaved part of the trail continues north of Firestone Road to CR 26.
State: CO Length: 0.9 miles Surface: Crushed Stone, Dirt
Fowler Trail is an easy trail that provides a great place to watch rock climbers or simply enjoy dramatic views of the canyon. the trail is .7 miles (one way) to the park boundary. the first half of the trail is wheelchair accessible.
State: CO Length: 6.3 miles Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone
The Fraser River Trail runs between the town of Fraser and Winter Park, paralleling US 40 for its entire route. The trail offers lovely views of the surrounding mountains and is a great way to connect the two communities without having to ride (or walk) on the road. Along the way you might encounter wildlife, including beavers, moose, deer, coyotes, herons and other bird species. Shuttle buses are available in Winter Park and at Fraser's Safeway if you want to walk only one way. Be sure to stop by the interesting Cozens Museum, which the trail goes right past. In addition, you can pick up another trail in Fraser and take it to the YMCA of the Rockies camp west of Tabernash off US 40.
State: CO Length: 2.7 miles Surface: Concrete
The Goose Creek Greenway offers a major east-west route through Boulder. Note that there is little shade along the way and the pathway runs through busy commercial areas, including the Villa Shopping Center. On the trail's western end, you can access the East Mapleton Park and Ball Fields, as well as Elmer's Two Mile Creek Greenway. At its eastern end, the trail forks; go north to explore Valmont Bike Park, or head south to hop on the Boulder Creek Path, which can take you downtown and to the University of Colorado.
State: CO Length: 71 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt
The High Line Canal Trail is a popular stretch of path through Denver's southside suburbs, winding for 71 miles between Aurora and Roxborough State Park. The trail is owned and operated by Denver Water and follows the canal that keeps Denver watered. Other municipal agencies help manage the trail system. Horseback riding is permitted but regulations may vary in each town. Check with the local municipality for more details. The trail passes through many parks, each of which offer different amenities (drinking fountains, picnic tables, restrooms, parking, recreation facilities). The trail is paved in Denver and Aurora but has a natural surface in South Suburban, Highlands Ranch, Chatfield, Cherry Hill and Greenwood Village. Municipalities that manage the trail include: Douglas County Parks, Trails and Building Grounds Division Metro District of Highlands Ranch Parks and Open Space South Suburban Parks and Recreation Greenwood Village Parks, Trails and Recreation Department Cherry Hills Village Parks, Trails and Recreation Department Denver Parks and Recreation Department Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department
State: CO Length: 8.6 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt
As its name implies, the Lake Link Trail connects many of the region's lakes, offering picturesque views of the water and surrounding mountains. The trail begins in Hunter Douglas Business Park and ends near McKay Lake, a tranquil oasis in one of Denver's major suburbs. The path follows the southern borders of the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve and Ruth Roberts Park as it makes its way east, and traverses some of Broomfield's most desirable neighborhoods.
State: CO Length: 2.9 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Lefthand Greenway is a diagonal path along its namesake creek in southern Longmont. It begins at a juncture with the St. Vrain Greenway, a scenic 8-mile route across the city. From there, you'll head southwest past the Harvest Junction Shopping Center, then through open rural countryside. The trail is generally flat with short stretches of moderate grade. Short spurs will take you to the Longmont Recreation Center, as well as the Longmont Museum & Cultural Center (both are located on Quail Road). After passing Main Street, the views become more residential. You'll pass Kanemoto Park with its pagoda-like Tower of Compassion, where you'll also find play areas, picnic spots and restrooms. Further along, Lefthand Creek Park offers basketball and volleyball courts, a playground, picnic shelters and climbable sculptures.
State: CO Length: 10 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Little Dry Creek Trail provides a paved, relatively flat pathway for bikers, walkers, and skaters through areas of Westminster and northern Arvada. The tree-lined route follows its namesake, Little Dry Creek, notable for being the site of the first significant gold discovery in Colorado in 1858. Spanning 10 miles, the trail winds through busy neighborhoods as well as open spaces with some on-street portions. The best views can be found along its northwestern stretch, which passes through several parks, including Little Dry Creek Park, Woodrun Park, Lakecrest Park, and Michael Northry Park. For further exploring, an easy connection to Big Dry Creek Trail can be made at its northern end and Clear Creek Trail at its southern tip.
State: CO Length: 10.8 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Gravel
The Longmont-to-Boulder Regional Trail (nicknamed the LOBO) extends more than 10 miles between these two major cities and taps into the region's vast network of trails. Most of the pathway has a gravel surface best for hybrids and mountain bikes. It begins off Ken Pratt Boulevard in Longmont and follows the Left Hand Creek southwest through commercial and residential areas. Here, trail-goers can connect to the St. Vrain Greenway, an 8-mile trail across the city offering spectacular mountain scenery and lake views. When the trail reaches the Diagonal Highway, it begins to closely follow the roadway through rural landscapes. At 83rd Street, the trail makes a sharp turn due south, shortly entering the community of Niwot. It continues through Monarch Park and makes its way toward the scenic Twin Lakes area. The trail stops at Spine Road, but a short on-road route will take you to the beginning of the Cottonwood Trail on Jay Road. The Cottonwood Trail winds through northern Boulder for just over 3 miles. A trailhead is available in the middle of the trail at Independence Road. North of the trailhead, the pathway has a dirt surface and follows a creek. Along the way, you'll enjoy views of wide open spaces and distant mountains. South of Independence Road, the trail is paved and makes its way to 47th Street, passing Hayden Lake and the NCAR Foothills Laboratory. At 47th, you can connect to the Wonderland Creek Greenway to travel southeast through the Kings Ridge community.
State: CO Length: 17.5 miles Surface: Concrete
The Loveland Recreation Trail encircles the "Gateway to the Rockies," offering views of the mountains and access to many of Loveland's natural treasures. While the trail is mostly complete, there are some on-road connecting segments. Contact Loveland's Parks and Recreations Department for the latest developments (see the Related Links box). The southern loop of the trail follows the Big Thompson River, passing through Centennial Park, Fairgrounds Park and Seven Lakes Park, each offering drinking fountains, restrooms, places to picnic and other recreational amenities. For those traveling with children, Fairgrounds Park is especially worth a stop with its sprayground, skate park, athletic fields, playgrounds and interesting sculptures. This loop continues to the northwest corner of Boyd Lake State Park, a popular spot for sailing, swimming, fishing and other water sports. The northern loop of the trail takes travelers west from Boyd Lake down to Eisenhower Boulevard. It travels through agricultural landscapes and residential areas north of, and paralleling, 57th Street for much of the journey before meandering southwest at Taft Avenue. The ends just south of the future site of Mehaffey Park.
State: CO Length: 8 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Mary Carter Greenway (a.k.a. Arapahoe Greenway) runs for 8 miles along the South Platte River from Chatfield State Park near Columbine north to Englewood. Here it meets up with the Platte River Trail at W. Dartmouth Avenue. It also features whitewater boating facilities along the South Platte River. Adjacent to the trail is a crushed stone path for pedestrians and wheelchair users; cyclists are not permitted on this path and must keep to the paved trail. Also, because the trail is heavily used, cyclists must obey speed limits of 15 mph or slower or risk being ticketed. Traffic calming roundabouts have also been added. Along the way you'll find rest areas, interpretive sites and landscaping that has won numerous national awards, including the American Planning Association's Doing More with Less award, for its rehabilitation of the once neglected corridor. The trail is named for Mary Carter who led the South Suburban Park Foundation in the 1980s.
State: CO Length: 2 miles Surface: Crushed Stone
Gaining only 200+ feet in elevation, the Narrow Gauge Trail is in Pine Valley Ranch Park, a beautiful open space near the mountain community of Pine, Colorado. The trail follows the north bank of the North Fork of the South Platte River, through pine forests and open meadows. The 2-mile trail is out and back but does link to other trails in the park. Note, some trails in the park are for foot traffic only but the Narrow Gauge Trail is multi-use.
State: CO Length: 20 miles Surface: Gravel
The New Santa Fe Regional Trail provides a scenic journey along the front range of the mountains, from Palmer Lake Recreation area in northern El Paso County through the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The trail follows a portion of the abandoned Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe railroad line, which, heading north to south drops 1,200 feet in elevation. The trail is popular among hikers, cyclists, equestrians and families out for a stroll. Along the way you'll find interpretive signs, wildlife and interesting geological features, not to mention incredible viewsin particular Pikes Peak. The trail passes through the town of Monument, where you'll find restaurants and some shops, as well as through the Air Force Academy, so don't be surprised to see jets overhead. At the southern end of the trail at Woodmen Road, the New Santa Fe Regional Trail becomes the Pikes Peak Greenway.
State: CO Length: 1.8 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Niver Creek Trail parallels the Coronado Parkway for nearly 2 miles across Thornton, a northern suburb of Denver. At its eastern end, the trail connects to the Platte River Trail, a 28-mile north-south route along the waterway. About mid-way, the trail passes Rotella Park, which offers restrooms, picnic shelters, a playground, and volleyball and basketball courts.
State: CO Length: 28.5 miles Surface: Asphalt, Cinder, Concrete
The Platte River Trail is just one of many of Denver's superb multi-use trails, this one stretching from just north and west of Englewood and heading north toward Henderson. The 28.5-mile trail follows the winding Platte River, coursing through Denver's urban landscapeincluding its industrial faceand incorporating high plains grassland landscapes with the Rockies as a backdrop. The trail has two disconnected sections: the northern portion runs from East 120th Parkway north for roughly 3 miles in Henderson, ending before you reach the E470 toll road. The southern section officially runs from the Elaine T. Valente Open Space in Thornton south to West Dartmouth Avenue just west of US Hwy 85 in Englewood. From here, however, the trail continues as the Mary Carter Greenway south to Chatfield State Park, where it joins the C-470 East and C-470 West trails. You will find bicycle traffic circles at trail intersections, as well as interpretive signs and nature areas along the route. There are cafes, memorials, botanical gardens and numerous parks, offering plenty to see and do. You can also stop and watch kayakers ply the Union Avenue boat chutes. The Platte River Trail intersects three other trails: Sand Creek, Bear Creek and Clear Creek.
State: CO Length: 21.8 miles Surface: Concrete
The Poudre River Trail tracks a 21-mile, scenic course along Cache la Poudre River between Windsor and Greeley. The paved trail is popular with hikers, runners, cyclists and inline skaters. The path is wide with gently grades, passing through a forested corridor and among scenic open spaces, where wildflowers bloom in spring and summer. Passing through several parks and natural areas, the trail offers plenty of recreational opportunities, including wildlife watching, fishing and picnicking. You'll also find plenty of historical sites and educational sites to visit along our trail. There are plans to connect the Poudre River Trail to the Poudre Trail in Fort Collins, and construction is already underway, with the hope of completion by 2015.
State: CO Length: 1.8 miles Surface: Concrete
The Powerline Trail provides a convenient east-west route across Aurora. This concrete pathway begins in Horseshoe Park, where trailheads for the Cherry Creek Spillway Trail and West Toll Gate Creek Trail can also be found. The trail ends near Side Creek Park and Great Plains Park. The latter offers restrooms and picnic tables, as well as a sprayground, playground and sports fields. The park can be accessed by following the sidewalk east along E. Jewell Avenue.
State: CO Length: 13.6 miles Surface: Concrete
Most of the Ralston Creek Trail follows its namesake waterway, winding through several parks, neighborhoods, and open areas. On its western end, the trail becomes gently hilly and passes scenic Tucker Lake and Blunn Reservoir. A highlight of the route is a trek over the spectacular Gold Strike Park Pedestrian Bridge on the trail's eastern end, which spans 400 feet and is supported by suspended cables.
State: CO Length: 14 miles Surface: Crushed Stone
The Sand Creek Regional Greenway follows Sand Creek in Denver's northeast metro area. The trail has a soft surface, which can make for a dusty ride when it's dry; mountain bikes are best at handling the sandy trail, although the trail is rated as wheelchair accessible. Along the route you'll pass through industrial areas and go by a few neighborhoods, parks and small lakes, including Bluff Lake Nature Center, Morrison Nature Center, Urban Farm at Stapleton, Sand Creek Park and Star K Ranch Natural Area, where you can pick up the High Line Canal Trail. At its northern terminus, the Sand Creek Regional Greenway intersects with the Platte River Trail, near where I-270 crosses the river.
State: CO Length: 5 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Scott Lancaster Memorial Bike Path is a short, but pleasant 5 miles of mostly off-road route that allows cyclists and walkers to get between Idaho Springs and Floyd Hill, which is otherwise only traversable along Interstate 70. The trail runs between the convergence of I-70, US 40, and US 6 at Floyd Hill and the small community of Idaho Springs. For a part of the way, the trail follows County Road 314 (E. Idaho Springs Rd.) but traffic is often light. The scenic trail shares the narrow mountain corridor with I-70 just west of Denver.
State: CO Length: 8 miles Surface: Concrete
The St. Vrain Greenway begins in Golden Ponds Park and travels east along the creek for more than half its distance. At the park, watch for the bald eagles, wood ducks, great blue herons and Canada geese that call the area home. The trail skirts commercial and residential areas through the heart of Longmont, offering spectacular mountain scenery along the way and lake views by the Boulder County Fairgrounds and Izaak Walton Park. Shortly after reaching Ken Pratt Boulveard, its character changes, opening up to rural countryside. It's near this intersection that you can hop on the Longmont-to-Boulder Regional Trail, which connects two cities and a vast trail network. The trail ends at the Sandstone Ranch Community Park, which features a homestead built in the early 1880s by a Gold Rush pioneer. The park offers a playground, picnic area, skatepark and ball fields. The greenway is part of the Front Range Trail, an 800-mile pathway that is hoped to reach from Wyoming to New Mexico some day.
State: CO Length: 14 miles Surface: Dirt, Gravel
The Switzerland Trail in the peaks west of Boulder was named for the spectacular mountain scenery along this remote and former railroad route. Although why it had to be named after another country when America's Rockies are stunning in their own right we'll never know. Regardless, the trail is popular with mountain bikers, ATVs and 4X4s, so whatever your mode of travel, be considerate of other trail users. Begin your adventure at either end. In the south, the trail starts below the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain off the road of the same name. From here it winds along a relatively level grade, gradually descending to Fourmile Canyon Drive (US 118), along Fourmile Creek. Here it crosses the road and begins a gradual ascent back up the mountain on its way toward Gold Hill. The Switzerland Trail ends at Sawmill Road (County 95) just above Lefthand Canyon Drive. The relative level grade owes its existence to an old narrow-gauge rail line around the turn of the 20th century. The line was built to accommodate mining operations in Colorado's front range, and the trail route itself is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Denver, Boulder and Western Railway Historic District.
State: CO Length: 6.1 miles Surface: Concrete
The Toll Gate Creek Trail begins on the south end of DeLaney Farm Park, a 115-acre interpretive site on early farm life that houses two nationally registered historic structures. Here, it connects to the High Line Canal Trail. Recreational opportunities abound as the trail continues south along a picturesque creek, and passes Tollgate Park, Horseshoe Park and Hampden Run Park. In Horseshoe Park, the trail connects to the Cherry Creek Spillway Trail, the Powerline Trail and the West Toll Gate Creek Trail. The pathway ends at E. Quincy Avenue, just north of the Quincy Reservoir, a scenic place to boat, fish or watch birds.
State: CO Length: 0.3 miles Surface: Concrete
The UCAR Multi-Use Path runs just a short distance from the campus of the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research on Center Green Drive, linking buildings CG 1 and CG 3, to the other side of Foothills Parkway at 47th Street. The path briefly parallels the active railroad tracks under Foothills Parkway.
State: CO Length: 2.6 miles Surface: Concrete
The US Highway 6 Trail provides expansive views of the Rocky Mountain foothills as it follows its namesake thoroughfare from the Colorado School of Mines in downtown Golden to Colfax Avenue. Mid-way along the route, trail-goers will pass Jefferson County's spectacular government building with its 125-foot glass-enclosed dome. Near the trail's northern end, lies the Clear Creek History Park, offering a glimpse of life here in the 1800s, as well as the Clear Creek Trail for further adventuring.
State: CO Length: 0.5 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Union Pacific Trail runs for just a short distance between E. 100th Avenue and Thornton Parkway in the Denver suburb of Thornton. The trail runs through a shadeless corridor alongside a railroad track in a strip of open space and behind surban back yards.
State: CO Length: 3.3 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The West Toll Gate Creek Trail provides a convenient north-south route through Aurora from Horseshoe Park to Quincy Avenue. The trail, just over 3 miles long, is dotted with trees and winds through residential areas. Along the way, recreational opportunities abound as it runs through Meadowood Park, Mission Viejo Park and La Parquita Park.
State: CO Length: 3.5 miles Surface: Concrete
The Westerly Creek Trail provides a convenient north-south route through the heart of Aurora. It traverses residential and commercial areas and runs through two major community open spaces, Expo Park and Utah Park, which both offer ball fields, tennis courts and playgrounds. At its northern end, it connects to the High Line Canal Trail, a 58-mile path crisscrossing Denver's major suburban areas. Trail-goers should use caution on the trail's many busy street crossings.
State: CO Length: 1.4 miles Surface: Concrete
The Wonderland Creek Greenway stretches just over a mile along its namesake waterway on the north end of Boulder. The trail begins at Norwood Avenue near Centennial Middle School and meanders southeast through quiet, tree-lined neighborhoods until it reaches the busy commercial area along Diagonal Highway. There's a short gap in the trail, then it resumes a little further southeast at 47th Street. At 47th, you can connect to the Cottonwood Trail to head northeast, or stay on the Wonderland Creek Greenway to go southeast through the Kings Ridge community. The trail ends at the Goose Creek Greenway, a major east-west route through the city. If you're feeling adventurous, you can reach Valmont Bike Park by taking the sidewalk east along Valmont Road or a spur off the main trail. The park features dirt jumping tracks, a cyclocross course, a slalom race course, a bike play area for kids and other amenities for cycling enthusiasts.