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The Top 12 Natural Monuments in Douglas County

Douglas County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 12

beautiful natural monuments in Douglas County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Roxborough State Park Visitor Center

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Roxborough State Park Visitor Center sits on the 3,413-acre Roxborough State Park, featuring dramatic red rock formations, diverse plant life, and abundant wildlife, including black bears and mule deer. The …

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Rock Formation

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Great place to take a break and enjoy the strange rock formations up close while also taking a gander of the immaculate view!

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Lyons Overlook

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A wooden observation deck extends out from the trail to give you an unobstructed view of the Fountain Formation. The dramatic fin-shaped red rock formations cut out of the ground …

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Carpenter Peak

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The hike to the top of Carpenter Peak in Roxborough State Park, takes you to a little summit that overlooks the red rock formations of Fountain Valley.

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Strontia Springs Dam

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The dam is holding back the South Platte River, slowly releasing the Strontia Springs Reservoir. Long horn sheep are bountiful in this area due to the close proximity to water and shelter.

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Rock Park

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Rock Park contains two trails that lead up the mountain and meet there (John Emerson Summit Trail & Paul Hill Trail). No matter which one you choose, a great view will await you.

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Wildlife Overlook

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Wildlife Overlook in Sandstone Open Ranch Space beckons with two massive red rock formations framing a captivating view.

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Just around the river bend

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Castlewood Canyon State Park features remarkable rock formations along the Cherry Creek. The chosen route is the longest, and it will allow you to see the most beautiful views of this remarquable state park, very easily accessible.

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Roxborough State Park

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One of the most iconic natural sites in the vicinity of Denver. This state park is easily accessible from the Colorado state capital and offers plenty of opportunities for a run.

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Granite rock outcroppings

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Small dead-end trail off the main Devil's Head Trail that has some very interesting rock formations. It is a great place to sit, relax and enjoy the view.

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