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Bear Creek Lake

Bear Creek Lake

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Bear Creek Lake

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Location: Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado, United States

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maniboyflex

June 20, 2025

Mountain biking

Bear Creek Lake is a 40-acre artificial reservoir with plenty of outdoor options. You’ll find a boat launch, fishing pier, swimming beach, and rental boats during the warmer months. Located within Bear Creek Lake Park, the area is also known for its wildlife, with chances to spot deer, foxes, and plenty of birds.

Paul_C

November 27, 2023

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Bear Creek Lake is a 40-acre artificial lake that was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1938 as a project of the Virginia Department of Agriculture. The lake has …

Paul_C

February 21, 2024

Mountain biking

Bear Creek Lake is a 40-acre artificial lake that was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1938 as a project of the Virginia Department of Agriculture. The lake has …

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#1.

North Park Trail – Bear Creek Lake loop from Morrison

14.3km

01:12

130m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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#2.

Bear Creek Lake – Green Mountain Peak loop from Federal Center

40.7km

03:19

630m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Bear Creek Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Green Mountain High School

26.9km

02:05

290m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Elevation 1,700 m

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Wednesday 6 May

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Location: Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado, United States

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Bear Creek Lake

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North Park Trail – Bear Creek Lake loop from Morrison

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Bear Creek Lake – Green Mountain Peak loop from Federal Center

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Bear Creek Lake – Bear Creek Lake loop from Green Mountain High School

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