Metzger Ponds – Big Dry Creek loop from Big Dry Creek Open Space

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Metzger Ponds – Big Dry Creek loop from Big Dry Creek Open Space

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Metzger Ponds – Big Dry Creek loop from Big Dry Creek Open Space

01:43

28.8km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 23.9 km for 182 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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977 m

City Park Pond

Highlight • Lake

The City Park Pond is fed by Big Dry Creek and is just off the side of the Big Dry Creek Trail. There is a separate path that you can hop on to jog around this small reservoir.

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1.19 km

Big Dry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Big Dry Creek Trail is a popular trail in Westminster, Colorado. It follows the creek of the same name and leads from Standley Lake in the south to Interstate 25 …

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6.14 km

Metzger Ponds are located in the Metzger Farm Open Space. The area is part of the city of Westminster and is bordered by Broomfield. The lake is best known for fishing, birdwatching and recreational purposes.

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17.4 km

Webster Lake

Highlight • Lake

Originally called Webster Park after its main feature, Webster Lake, this park was later renamed in 1985 in honor of fallen police officer Edgar B. Rains Jr. The park features …

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27.9 km

Big Dry Creek

Highlight • River

The Big Dry Creek Open Space boundary actually follows a semi-narrow corridor along the Big Dry Creek waterway. The Big Dry Creek Trail is the most popular within the Nature …

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28.1 km

Armed Forces Memorial Garden

Highlight • Monument

This memorial is dedicated to all those who have served in any branch of the armed services. It features a water fountain, benches, granite pillars, and unique statues of soldiers.

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28.8 km

End point

Parking

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