Bear Creek Lake Park: Bear Creek Trail

Idaho Springs, CO

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Bear Creek Lake Park: Bear Creek Trail

The 2,500 acres of prime real estate that make up Bear Creek Lake Park have all the makings of an urban hideaway. Located in Lakewood, just southwest of Denver, Bear Creek Lake Park sits at the base of the foothills. Its grassy dam catches the waters of both Bear and Turkey creeks. Bear Creek Trail follows Bear Creek and winds through giant cottonwoods and across arid prairie without any telltale urban signs. Remote sounds from nearby roads are the only hint that civilization is close by.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityIdaho Springs
Length4.4 mi
Elevation Gain100 ft
Skill LevelEasy
Duration2 hours
SeasonYear Round
Trailhead Elevation5,600 ft
Top Elevation5,700 ft
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