Reynolds Park (Jefferson County Open Space)
Trail Difficulty: Moderate+. Take Raven’s Roost to Eagle’s View trail (or alternately take Elkhorn to Oxen Draw to Eagle’s View) will take you up a gentle incline through a small meadow and Evergreen trees all the way to the top. Some areas are slightly steep and require you to climb over some rocks.
There are also Easy trail options.
Trail Length:
1.9 miles to the top. 3.8 miles round trip.
Trail Description:
The trail begins at the parking lot, passes by several picnic tables and a small creek, and through a grassy meadow that blooms with a medley of wildflowers. The trail gradually enters into pine forest with some Aspen tree stands. It is a shady trail that climbs all the way to a lookout point where you have a 270 degree view of the foothills and a spectacular view of Pikes Peak in the distance! The trail ends here and affords a pleasant open, grassy area to sit and rest your legs for a while.
Restrooms available at the trailhead.
Picnic site recommendations:
Depending on the type of picnic you like, there are two choice areas to dine with your family. If you like a full forest feast with BBQ grill and creekside tables relatively close to the parking lot, then there are several at the trailhead. If you prefer a lighter lunch, with amazing mountain views, then the top of Eagle’s View trail is a great option. There’s space enough for your kids to run around and explore safely as well as grassy seating for your picnic.
Travel time:
From Lakewood (Southwest Denver) approximately 40 minutes
How to get there:
Travel South on HWY 285 from Lakewood. Approximately 15 miles through the town of Aspen Park and Conifer to S Foxton Road. Exit Foxton Road south. Go approximately 4.5 miles to Reynolds Park. Reynolds park has a huge dirt parking lot on the right side of the road, you can’t miss it.
Special attractions nearby:
Starbucks Coffee at the Safeway store in Conifer (along HWY 285). Great before your morning hike! Aspen Park and Conifer area offer a variety of eateries and coffee stops – great for a quick bite before or after your hike at Reynolds Park.