Trails & Open Space

The City of Golden offers an extensive and interconnected trail system of 24 miles, providing diversity in both types of trail experience and destinations. Regional Trail connections provide a link to neighboring communities and open space.

The City of Golden owns and maintains 402 acres of open space, as well as an interconnected trail system of 24 miles, providing diversity in both types of trail experience and destinations. In addition, Golden residents are fortunate to be surrounded by nearly 8,000 acres of regional open space. Please respect private property when visiting open space areas.

The City of Golden Parks Division is responsible for all parks, trails, and open space maintenance within Golden City limits. Maintenance duties include playground maintenance, graffiti removal, restroom maintenance, trash, and snow removal. We appreciate resident and visitor communication and feedback to ensure the Golden parks system remains safe and clean.

To report maintenance concerns or damages, contact the Parks Department at (303) 384-8140.

Why is open space land important?

  • To provide opportunities for nature-oriented outdoor recreation.
  • To protect large areas containing natural resource values of community-wide significance including wetlands, wildlife habitats, and scenic areas.
  • To safeguard land for its contribution to quality of life and the value of the homes of nearby residents.
  • To limit urban noise, congestion, and encroachment.

Parks, Trails and Open Space Etiquette

  • Keep bikes under control and at a safe speed.
  • Bikes must yield the right-of-way to other trail users.
  • Dogs should be leashed at all times and waste picked up.
  • Be respectful of residential neighborhoods and mind noise levels, especially after dark.
  • Clean up any trash and recyclables, and place in designated bins.
  • Do not harass wildlife.
  • Keep out of native and sensitive areas, stick to designated trails.
  • Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, per city ordinance (except with a park Open Container Permit, which must be issued 48 hours in advance).
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 Golden has 402 acres of open space
and maintains 253 acres of parks right within the city itself.

Additional Resources

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