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Thornton

Walnut Creek Open Space – Big Dry Creek Trail loop from Eastlake & 124th

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Colorado
Adams County
Thornton

Walnut Creek Open Space – Big Dry Creek Trail loop from Eastlake & 124th

Intermediate

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Walnut Creek Open Space – Big Dry Creek Trail loop from Eastlake & 124th

03:42

55.7km

290m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2025

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413 m in total

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Train Station

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6.47 km

Big Dry Creek Open Space

Nature Reserve

2

12.4 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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3

13.2 km

Walnut Creek Open Space

Highlight • Natural

One of the many open spaces within the city of Westminster, Walnut Creek connects to a trail network of over 120 miles. Included in these trails is the 16-mile US …

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13.3 km

Big Dry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Big Dry Creek Trail is located in Westminster and spans 12 miles from Interstate 25 to Standley Lake. The multi-use trail features a mostly flat terrain with occasional moderate …

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5

22.2 km

Westminster Hills Open Space

Nature Reserve

6

24.3 km

Bald Eagle Viewing Hide

Highlight • Rest Area

If you're a bird enthusiast, the Bald Eagle Viewing Hide is a must-see. It's in a quiet spot with an elevated view, so spotting eagles is way easier. The best …

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7

31.0 km

Big Dry Creek Open Space

Highlight • Natural

This 25-acre open space features access to the Big Dry Creek Trail, as well as great opportunities for passive recreation and wildlife viewing.

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8

38.3 km

Metzger Ponds

Highlight • Lake

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, bird watching and recreational purposes.

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9

38.5 km

Metzger Farm Open Space

Highlight • Natural

Metzger Farm Open Space is on land that was previously used to farm crops like wheat, barley, and corn. This property was purchased by the city in 2006 and is …

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43.7 km

Tom Frost Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Tom Frost Reservoir is located in the city of Broomfield and is part of the Broomfield County Commons Open Space. It includes a deck for fishing, and the area around …

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55.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.0 km

7.27 km

5.66 km

4.42 km

1.07 km

179 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.0 km

10.2 km

9.86 km

1.46 km

1.19 km

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Highest point (1,720 m)

Lowest point (1,570 m)

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