Westminster began the preservation of the Big Dry Creek Open Space and Trail Corridor in 1989 with the acquisition of four acres. Since then, almost 700 acres have been acquired along this 9.5-mile corridor, which travels through the middle of the City. Acquisition of this corridor is for open space, trail, natural area, and view preservation. Abundant wildlife and native vegetation thrive along the trail corridor, bringing tranquility to this otherwise urban center. The Big Dry Creek Trail is a regional trail and ultimately this corridor will allow connections to be made to the South Platte River Corridor and to the communities of Broomfield, Thornton, and Northglenn to the east.






Big Dry Creek Trail
Point of Interest
Additional Information
Activities
Documents
- 3362_BigDryCreekmiles.pdf - Mileage Chart
National Recreation Trail Details
Length: 9.5 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Fitness Trail
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: City, Town, or County
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: Westminster, Colorado
County: Adams, Jefferson
State: CO
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
-
Average Grade: 1%
Maximum Grade: 5%
Elevation High: 5534 Feet
Elevation Low: 5182 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 90 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Crushed rock, compacted
Additional Surfaces: Crushed Rock
Year Designated: 2003
Stewardships
- In Partnership WithAmerican Trails