Cheesman Park Outer Loop

Denver

A beautiful. nature walk in the heart of Denver.

Hiking Easy

Distance: 2.5 km
Ascent: 23 m
Descent: 23 m
Duration: 0-1 hrs

Low Point: 1.6 km
High Point: 1.6 km
Gradient: 1˚

Cheesman Park is an idyllic splash of green located in the heart of Denver. This 80-acre park is home to 1,880 trees and expansive grassy fields. Paved paths wind through the park, providing a beautiful place to walk in the heart of the city. The route shown here aims to circumnavigate the park, making the most of the limited area to provide a beautiful nature walk and escape from the hustle and bustle of the urban setting.

Photo from Cheesman Park Outer Loop — Photo: jennifer_crowder_artist, Shutterstock

Description

Thanks to the paved and well-maintained trail surface, this is an easy walk that's perfect for the entire family. It's also ADA accessible. The trail is also used by a bevy of other trail users, ranging from road cyclists (both recreational cyclists and commuters) to walkers/hikers, runners, skaters, and more.

Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CheesmanPark,Denver https://www.10adventures.com/hikes/denver/cheesman-park-trail/