This 2,038-acre ranch borders the Pike National Forest and features an extraordinarily diverse landscape including red rock formations and sloping meadows; vast wildlife habitat and corridors, expansive and diverse vegetation and other natural resources; as well as cultural and historic assets, including a historic ranch operation and a number of historic buildings dating back to its original owners […]
Just east of the Rampart Range section of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains the plains limestone buttes rise randomly across the plains. One of the largest of these rocky islands is Spruce Mountain, situated west of I-25 and north of the small town of Palmer Lake, CO. Spruce Mtn. provides a delightful opportunity […]
With gorgeous sweeping views, plentiful wildlife and beautiful wildflowers and vegetation, the land along Founders Parkway and Crowfoot Valley Road is truly a treasure. The approximately 60-acre property was donated to the Town by the Estate of Robert F. Metzler. While the donation agreement requires several improvements the property will primarily remain open space to […]
Although Mt Sherman is rated as one of Colorado’s easiest 14ers, be prepared for an extensive workout to reach the top! Our guides will not only help you reach that summit, but will help you prepare for the trip by providing your packing list, gear recommendations, and how to prepare you body for the climb. […]
You will have the option to hike the 1 mile Reuter- Hess Incline loop or trail run the 6 mile Coyote Loop Trail. Choose what's best for your body and ability!
Devil's Head Lookout in Buffalo Creek, Colorado offers a wonderful and relatively easy hike with incredible views, especially at the top. The beginning is steep with shade from trees. Dog-friendly and well maintained, the trail features wildflowers and an observation deck. It can get crowded on weekends, but it's worth it for the stunning […]
Come hit the water at Reuter Hess before it closes! We will spend the morning paddle boarding and kayaking. Make sure you bring your life jacket, snacks, water, sunscreen and hat and sunglasses!
Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park is a nature preserve with a section of Cherry Creek running through it, as well as the Cherry Creek Regional Trail. Mile High Flood District has designed the creek’s stream bank and floodplain to increase flood protection for nearby homes and to improve water quality for wildlife. Step into a […]
This area provides a quick escape into forested open space from nearby Downtown Castle Rock. This is a 2.4 mile trail, both paved and unpaved. Prominent wildlife habitats in the area are bluebirds and mule deer.
We will be parking at the Goodson Recreation Center at 6315 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121. From there, we will head north on Highline Canal for an out and back run or walk. Kaylene will be leading any trail runners and Kelly will be leading out the hikers.
This is a beautiful and interactive park that your kiddos will LOVE! We will walk the trail that goes just north of the playground for an out and back stroll, and then end our outing with the splash pad and playground.
The Paint Mines trail takes hikers on an easy 3.7 mile loop through a badlands landscape of rainbow sandstone and hoodoo rock formations. We will take this loop trail clockwise for the best views. The Paint Mines were given their name because Native Americans used the crushed and colored sandstone to make paint and mined the […]
Liz is a Colorado native who has always felt most at home outdoors. As an adult, she began sharing her favorite adventures with friends, hoping they would discover the same joy, confidence, and renewal she finds in nature. As WAC’s Event Director, she channels that passion into creating opportunities for women to connect, challenge themselves, and find renewal in the outdoors.
