The Top 20 Attractions around Highlands Ranch
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Highlands Ranch. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Highlands Ranch 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
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 …
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Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve
Highlight • Lake
Explore the beauty of the Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve, with soft-surface trails winding through diverse habitats like grasslands, wetlands, and wooded areas. The preserve has views of the Rocky Mountains …
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Mary Carter Greenway Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Mary Carter Greenway Trail is a paved bike path moving through Arapahoe County just south of Denver. This is a really popular commuter trail that connects to a bunch of other trails and paths in the city's network.
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High Line Canal Trail – Greenwood Village Section
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The High Line Canal Trail is a scenic and accessible hard-packed gravel path for walking, jogging, and biking. This section of the 71-mile trail (around mile 30) runs by Greenwood …
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East/West Regional Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This is a relatively gentle multi-use trail; you could probably get by with a gravel bike, but it's definitely not made for skinny tires. Altogether the trail is about 27 …
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South Platte Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
On this stretch of the bike path, you can enjoy panoramic views of Eaglewatch, Redtail and Blackrock lakes. The trail winds between the lakes, making it a very pleasant ride.
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Submerged Trees at Chatfield Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Chatfield State Park is a 5,300-acre park featuring a 1,400-acre reservoir. There are a bunch of different trails, ponds, and natural areas, and the majority of the main roads are paved and well-kept.
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Cherry Creek State Park South Entrance
Highlight • Rest Area
Welcome ! You are at the gates of a natural park in which you'll find an 880 surface acre reservoir. It's perfect for nature lovers.
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Nixon's Coffee House
Highlight • Cafe
Check the hours, a good place to refuel or top off your water bottle at the outside fountains. Also has public restrooms.
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Highlands Point Trail System
Highlight • Trail
Nice little trail system managed by Highlands Ranch Community Association. The usage is only permitted for their members and accompanied guests.
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Chatfield Dam Trail (Paved Section)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This short, paved trail is wheelchair accessible and provides a vantage point to watch boats, appreciate the mountain views, or spectate the dog park! In the summer/spring bugs can be …
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