Cherry Creek Trail – Cherry Creek Park loop from Smoky Hill Trail Historic Marker

Cherry Creek Trail – Cherry Creek Park loop from Smoky Hill Trail Historic Marker

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Cherry Creek Trail – Cherry Creek Park loop from Smoky Hill Trail Historic Marker

04:57

94.1km

490m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 35.7 km for 134 m

After 86.3 km for 95 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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17.2 km

Cherry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Cherry Creek Regional Trail is a part of the Colorado Front Range Trail and runs along Cherry Creek, connecting Cherry Creek State Park in the north to Castlewood Canyon State Park in the south. It links parks and offers scenic views of cottonwoods, willows, and grasslands.

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28.7 km

The Cherry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Cherry Creek Trail is paved and smooth the entire way. The entire path totals nearly 40 miles and is really popular for biking. It's utilized as a commuter trail so plan on seeing many others out on the trail.

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37.8 km

Hidden Mesa Open Space

Highlight • Trail

Hidden Mesa Open Space offers miles of paved and off-road trails that are open to lots of different trail users. Most all the trails offer open views, and you can access these trails from a number of different trailheads and parking lots. The trails are marked well, and it's easy to make different routes and loops.

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47.3 km

Cherry Creek Trail through Bayou Gulch Open Space

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This short section of the Cherry Creek Trail starts to break away from the busier roads and passes through the Bayou Gulch Open Space. There's always a chance to see some wildlife off the side of the path when biking through here.

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57.1 km

McCabe Meadows

Highlight • Trail

McCabe Meadows, located in Parker, Colorado, is a park and arboretum that borders Salisbury Equestrian Park. It boasts several nature paths, with the paved Cherry Creek Trail running through the center of the property.

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60.9 km

Railbender Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Railbender Park is a fantastic skate and tennis park. It's an ideal spot to take a break from your bike ride and watch the skateboarders in action. The park also features picnic benches and ample parking. If you're planning a longer ride on the Cherry Creek Trail, Railbender Park offers direct access to the trail, making it a great place to start or end your journey.

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82.0 km

Cherry Creek Park

Highlight • Natural

At this point you can experience the vastness of Cherry Creek Park. This wilderness area is especially remarkable that it is located in the city. The park is a refuge site for many wildlife species.
In parallel, many outdoor activities are possible in some dedicated areas such as camping, fishing, hiking, or animal observation.

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