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Parks & Open Space

Parks & Open Space

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Conservation Awards

The Boulder County Commissioners and Parks & Open Space staff will present their annual Conservation Awards on Sept. 27.

Trail and Park Closures

Several parks and trails will be closed for construction and other management activities. Closures are scheduled for the Anne U. White Trail, Coalton Trailhead, Carolyn Holmberg Preserve, Heil Valley Ranch, Ron Stewart Preserve at Rabbit Mountain, and Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat.

Free Hessie Trailhead Shuttle Ends Oct. 8

A free shuttle operates Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to carry passengers from Nederland to the Hessie Trailhead, a popular entry point for accessing Lost Lake and the Indian Peaks Wilderness area off of Fourth of July Road. The service ends Sunday, Oct. 8.

Weed Management on Open Space

Parks & Open Space will not be conducting any aerial herbicide applications until the weed management policy has been updated and a decision on whether to resume applications has been made. Staff is working on updating the policy, and tours are scheduled for the public to learn about weed management.

Events

Events

Services

Senior hike

Activities and Events

Kids tour of Ag Heritage Center

Education Services and Museums

Open Space Partnership Program

Get Involved

Open Space Map

Maps and GIS

Crops on open space

Open Space Management

Hall Ranch

Parks and Trails

Parks & Open Space Vision

Leading the way to exceptional open space.

Parks & Open Space Mission

To conserve natural, cultural, and agricultural resources and provide public uses that reflect sound resource management and community values.

Parks & Open Space Goals

  1. To preserve rural lands and buffers.
  2. To preserve and restore natural resources for the benefit of the environment and the public.
  3. To provide public outreach, partnerships, and volunteer opportunities to increase awareness and appreciation of Boulder County’s open space.
  4. To protect, restore, and interpret cultural resources for the education and enjoyment of current and future generations.
  5. To provide quality recreational experiences while protecting open space resources.
  6. To promote and provide for sustainable agriculture in Boulder County for the natural, cultural, and economic values it provides.
  7. To develop human resources potential, employ sustainable and sound business practices, and pursue technological advancements.

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Parks & Open Space

Mon-Fri 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Office Location
5201 St. Vrain Rd.
Longmont, CO 80503
Map and Directions
Office Hours: Mon-Thu 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday by phone, email, or appointment only.
Parks are open sunrise to sunset

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