Castlewood Canyon State Park 2989 Colorado 83, Franktown, CO 80116
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Castlewood Canyon State Park is a picturesque Colorado state park located near Franktown, Colorado. The park is known for its unique history, particularly the Castlewood Canyon Dam. Nature lovers and groups can explore the park's diverse environment through various hiking trails, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. The Cherry Creek meanders through the canyon, providing scenic spots for rest and relaxation. Pets are welcome on most trails, except for the new East Canyon Preservation Area trail. The park also features a natural amphitheater and the Bridge Canyon Overlook gazebo, perfect for outdoor ceremonies such as weddings. Picnic areas at both entrances are popular among casual groups and families. Visitors can learn about the geologic and local history of the area, including the remnants of the Castlewood Dam that burst in 1933. The park is also a habitat for nesting raptors, so visitors are urged to respect trail closures to ensure a successful nesting season. Explore the beauty and history of Castlewood Canyon State Park in Colorado.
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"Moderate hiking trails (with a lot of paved walkways) through a beautiful state park full of unusual lobed "cobble" rock formations and the ruins of a mass century dam. Because it's a little off the beaten path, there are few other hikers. Dogs allowed on certain trails. And the visitor's center was a delight, with Sid & Nancy (two bull snakes) and Tig (a tiger salamander) on view."
"Absolutely gorgeous area! Unfortunately, we didn't have enough time to stop and explore before heading to the airport. The scenic drive was fantastic, low-stress, and riddled with wondrous sights to behold! The plains appear vast, in comparison to the mountains in the west."
"This is an amazing trek around the cherry creek canyon. The trail is known for bird sightings and a great hike. Entry will cost you $10 and they have plenty of parking space and restrooms near the visitor center. Compared to other great trails across the region it may not the best but worth visiting once for an early morning hike. Do not carry your bikes or skateboard."
"Nice place to visit, walk and hike around. Saw several people with dogs, beautiful birds and completely brush and trees. I could see this as a great place for a wedding, with beautiful views all around. Misty people stop at the first two parking lots to see the gazebo you can see from the highway. But make sure you go ask the way back further to the west. Great place for picnics with places for covered gatherings"
"What a great place to go for easy hiking and viewing the wonders of Colorado scenery. On the East side entrance there is a nice visitors center, great parking with nice paved pathways winding though the rocky landscape. We saw a lot of beautiful wildflowers, magnificent rock formations, cactus, and interesting trees. One of my favorites was the large grasses lining the pathways. some of them were still green, but some of them were turning fall colors of purple, red, pink, orange, & yellow. Take the time to look closely at the natural little rock gardens."
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