The best walks and hikes in Adams County
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Want to go hiking in Adams County to explore more of this corner of
Colorado? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in Adams County to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in Adams County is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Colorado? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in Adams County to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in Adams County is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: November 4, 2025
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Urban wildlife refuge trail where bison roam just 10 miles from downtown Denver.
Intermediate
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2. Lakeside loop — Barr Lake State Park
15.2km
03:50
10m
10m
Lakeside loop through prime birdwatching habitat where 371 species gather near Denver.
Intermediate
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1
hikers
Lakeside boardwalk trail through urban wildlife refuge where bison and prairie dogs roam near Denver.
Easy
2
hikers
4. Morrison Nature Center loop — Aurora
2.56km
00:39
0m
0m
Peaceful loop through wetlands and cottonwood forest with ambassador animals and bald eagle sightings.
Easy
1
hikers
5. Big Dry Creek Trail to College Pond loop —Westminster, Colorado
10.3km
02:37
30m
30m
Urban creek trail through Westminster with prairie dogs, ponds, and surprising wildlife diversity.
Intermediate
1
hikers
6. Valente Lake via South Platte River Trail — Thornton, Colorado
14.0km
03:32
20m
20m
Paved riverside trail following historic pioneer route to peaceful Valente Lake with Rocky Mountain views.
Intermediate
1
hikers
Paved trail connecting twin lakes to wildlife ponds, perfect for birdwatching and peaceful water views.
Intermediate
1
hikers
Historic creek trail where Colorado's first gold was discovered, now home to prairie dogs and waterfowl.
Easy
1
hikers
Paved urban trail following two rivers through Denver to a park named after its Mexican sister city.
Expert
10. Sand Creek Trail — Aurora
30.2km
07:43
100m
100m
Urban greenway where wildlife thrives alongside colorful murals connecting three Colorado cities.
Expert
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