Rock Creek Open Space

Beautiful walk from Brainard trailhead to Public Rd near hospital

Great place to bike and take your dog on a walk

Part of this "Open Space" may be undergoing changes, at least the view will, specifically the southern part, from the Exempla Cir. entrance (which is a bit hidden at the back of a parking lot), down the Rock Creek Trail to West Dylan Road. (The trail goes underneath NW Parkway). The trail goes behind the Rt 287 Medtronic construction site of "two, five-story buildings containing approximately 400,000 square feet. The second phase...", well you get the idea. I'm not casting aspersions, but foot traffic from curiosity may increase to watch the construction, and that may actually benefit this somewhat neglected public resource. Or they may try to hide all the construction from sight of the path, it's hard to tell in 2021. I'd personally be very happy if Medtronic threw some goodies to those walking the path (such as good, but aesthetically appropriate lighting). We'll see.

This location is a very nice, double wide trail with crushed/pulverised gravel that traverses an area adjacent to new apartments and a large medical complex. Due to the location, there's very little to no shade along the 4 mile stretch of trail (and for the most part, there is no water in the creek!). Maps are located at the main point of entry (across the medical facilities); otherwise, the trail lacks any mileage markers. To be honest, you really can't get lost, as the trail is very visible and truly is a high plains desert.

Great set of trails that lead you from Broomfield to Lafayette to Superior. The city keeps the trails clean and well groomed. There is usually a couple people on these trails either walking, jogging or riding their bikes but the trails are never crowded. I really like the fact that I can get off the pavement with beautiful scenery so close to home.