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Parks & Open Space
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Parks & Open Space

Parks & Open Space is celebrating 50 years of preserving and protecting natural spaces! Explore the department's rich history and discover the exciting activities planned to honor the 50th Anniversary

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Prescribed Burns Near Superior

Prescribed burns are scheduled near Superior. Crews were unable to burn on Wednesday, Oct. 8, and will try again on Thursday. Smoke and flames may be visible. Please do not call 911 since a controlled burn is not an emergency. The areas will be monitored to ensure fires are completely out.

Sections of LoBo Trail Closed

The Longmont-to-Boulder Trail between Monarch Road and Highway 52 is closed for resurfacing. Once completed, the trail along Highway 52 will be closed. Please use the detour along N. 79th Street.

Hessie Trailhead Shuttle Ends Oct. 12

The free shuttle service that runs on Fridays and weekends ends on Sunday, Oct. 12. The shuttle takes passengers from Nederland to the Hessie Trailhead, an entry point to Lost Lake and the Indian Peaks Wilderness area which are popular spots for viewing fall colors.

Fall Issue of Images Magazine

The fall issue of Images magazine is now available. There are stories about volunteering, the Parks & Open Space Foundation, how wildlife store food, conservation easement monitoring, and a Nature Detectives article for kids about mining.

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Activities and Events

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Education Services and Museums

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Map of the major open space parks in Boulder County

Maps and GIS

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Open Space Management

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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

303-678-6200
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday

posinfo@bouldercounty.gov
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Office Location

5201 St. Vrain Road
Longmont, CO 80503
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Office Hours
8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Monday-Thursday
Friday by phone, email, or appointment only.

Parks are open sunrise to sunset

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