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Backcountry camping - 2/27/2010

While there is no camping at Roxborough State Park, there are several options for camping in the Denver and Colorado Springs areas.

Biking - 2/27/2010

We do not allow bikes on Roxborough's trails. Hiking is king at Roxborough. More than 14 miles of trails take hikers to some incredible views of giant hogbacks and red-rock formations, red sandstone ridges and spires. The trails range from an easy half-mile meander on the Fountain Overlook Trail starting from the Visitor Center, to a challenging 6.4-mile trek up 7,160-foot Carpenter Peak, where you can see the surrounding countryside for miles and catch a glimpse of downtown Denver. See the Trails section for complete trail descriptions.

Birding - 2/27/2010

Roxborough is a great place for bird watching. We also have a variety of naturalist guided hikes for all ability levels. Follow the link to the Calendar of Events on the website for more information.

Camping - 2/27/2010

We are a day use park and do not have camping here.

Cross-country Skiing - 2/27/2010

Available with appropriate snow conditions on designated trails only. Call the Visitor Center at 303 973.3959 for current conditions.

Education Programs - 2/27/2010

We have many guided nature activities scheduled. E-mail us or call for information. Our quarterly schedule can be mailed by sending us four self-addressed, stamped envelopes. You can also access the Calendar of Events on the website to view what is happening at Roxborough on a given day.

Hiking - 2/27/2010

Trails vary in length from 1.4 to 6.4 miles round trip and from easy to moderate. Connection trail to the Colorado Trail and to Douglas County Open Space lands. Pets are not allowed in the park.

OHV Riding - 2/27/2010

OHV's are not allowed in the park.

Picnicking - 2/27/2010

The park does not provide picnic facilities. However, visitors are welcome to bring a lunch and eat at one of the benches at the Visitor Center or along park trails. Bench locations are marked on the trail map.

Rock Climbing - 2/27/2010

The Formations are made up of a fragile composition and are very dangerous. Therefore, rock climbing is not permitted at Roxborough.

Sledding - 2/27/2010

Sledding allowed on the trails only. Call us at 303 973.3959 for updated snow and trail conditions.

Snowshoeing - 2/27/2010

Available with appropriate snow conditions. Call the Visitor Center at 303 973.3959 for current conditions.

Wildlife Viewing - 2/27/2010

We have many opportunities for wildlife viewing. We have an abundance of birds, fox, and mule deer. There are occasional sightings of bobcat, mountain lion, and black bear. There are always signs of their presence on the trail.

Winter Activities - 2/27/2010

The scenery is quite dramatic when snow covers Roxborough’s ridges and spires. The myriad of animal tracks in the snow tell the stories of wildlife's winter activities. Novice and advanced cross-country skiers and snowshoers enjoy recreating on the gentle trails. The next time there is a measurable snowfall in the Denver area, head to Roxborough, but don’t wait too long after the snowfall. Because many of the trails are exposed, Roxborough veterans say the snow melts quickly—often, within one or two days of the snowfall. Going off the trails and snowmobiling are not permitted in the park.

Last Modified Date:2/23/2010 4:58 PM