Amended fire restrictions: Stage 1 fire restrictions in western Boulder County. Fire restrictions rescinded in eastern Boulder County.

Boulder County government offices closed Monday, Oct. 14, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The District Attorney’s Office is open Oct. 14.

Acres of Open Space

Acres of Open Space

Boulder County actively works to conserve natural, cultural and agricultural resources and provide public uses that reflect sound resource management and community values.

How Much Land Does the County Protect?

Land Type Acres
Public Land
Land that is publicly owned or leased. 2,495 acres of land protected by county conservation easements are also owned and protected by municipal open space agencies.
67,277
Protected Private Land
Land that is privately owned but protected under conservation easements.
40,015
Total 107,292

How Much Public Land is Accessible?

Land Category Acres Percent
Fully Open 21,890 33%
Open with Some Restricted Areas
Mainly for natural resources.
8,846 13%
Open with Seasonal Closures
For wildlife habitat.
1,941 3%
On-Trail Use Only
Mainly through agricultural land.
6,367 9%
Fully Closed
Mainly for agriculture. In total, there are 26,190 acres of land dedicated for agriculture.
28,233 42%
Total Public Land 67,277 100%

Updated Oct. 1, 2024.

Contact Us

Parks & Open Space

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

Office Location

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

Parks are open sunrise to sunset