The Top 20 Attractions in Jefferson County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Jefferson County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Jefferson County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Big Dry Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Big Dry Creek Trail is located in Westminster and spans 12 miles from Interstate 25 to Standley Lake. The multi-use trail features a mostly flat terrain with occasional moderate …
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Lookout Mountain Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Lookout Mountain is easily the most popular and scenic road within the Denver vicinity. The road is well paved and offers continuous views of mountains and the city. After you …
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Bear Creek Lake
Highlight • Lake
Bear Creek Lake Park spans 2,624 acres and is a great spot for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as swimming, fishing, and boating year-round recreation. Open from April …
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Green Mountain Peak
Highlight • Summit
Great views of Denver. On a clear day can see up to Longs Peak and down to Pikes Peak.
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Tucker Gulch
Highlight • River
Tucker Gulch, stretching for about eight miles, plays a significant role as a watershed running from east to west. It cuts through the prairie, situated roughly one mile north of …
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Colorado Front Range Trail (Clear Creek Trail)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Clear Creek Trail offers some shaded multi-use paths to escape from traffic and enjoy views of the creek, Coors Brewing, and the steep cliffside of North Table Mountain.
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Red Rocks Park Rock Formations
Highlight • Natural Monument
This park is very well known for its very large outcrops of red sandstone. It is not necessary to go as far as Arizona, to have a magnificent example of this kind of rock formations.
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Big Soda Lake
Highlight • Lake
The Little Soda and Big Soda lakes offer a great view of the backcountry. The site is also remarkable for its biodiversity and the variety of birds that live there. Take the time to stop and watch.
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Clear Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Clear Creek Trail offers some shaded multi-use paths to escape from traffic and enjoy views of the creek, Coors Brewing, and the steep cliffside of North Table Mountain.
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Walnut Creek Open Space
Highlight • Natural
One of the many open spaces within the city of Westminster, Walnut Creek connects to a trail network of over 120 miles. Included in these trails is the 16-mile US …
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Clear Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This well-paved trail is highly popular, connecting Denver and Golden. It winds alongside Clear Creek, passing by several lakes and offering a scenic route for a pleasant ride.
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