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Apex Park

Apex Park
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by George Travin
Type of Site
Sports & Recreation, Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
Neighborhood
West
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation, Photography
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking Waterways
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
Notes: Restrooms are available at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center to the Northwest of the park.
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Apex Park

Biking and Hiking Heaven


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
18301 W Colfax Ave
(at Heritage Square & Hwy 40)
Golden, CO 802401
+1 720 913 1311
Fax: +1 303 271 5955

Description

A favorite foothill destination for local mountain bikers, this park, 15 minutes from downtown, boasts a network of intermediate single-track trails with rigorous climbs and intense technical variation. The steep, narrow switchbacks of the Pick-n-Sledge Trail intersect with the Grubstake Loop, where you can reward yourself with a fast descent and yes, more climbing. Watch your speed and beware of loose rocks and waterbars. Hikers travel the trails for the views of Denver and the park is also a popular workout for trail runners.


What you should know before visiting Apex Park

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Visit Time: 1hr-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.
Restrictions: Save the drinks for later; alcohol is not permitted at this venue.


Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: none listed
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Notes: To get there take I-70 west from downtown and exit US 40 at the Morrison exit. Take a right and head down the hill for just over a mile to the Heritage Square entrance. Take a left at the park entrance and turn right and another immediate left to the parking lot.
Parking Availability: Yes
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: West access is via the Apex Trail from the parking area at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center. For the eastern side, a lower parking area provides access to the trail since the upper parking lot is for patrons of Heritage Square Shopping Center.


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Photo Credits:
by George Travin