Barr Lake Nature Center

"A beautiful park to walk around - you can do the entire 8 mile look or just an out and back. We went towards the end of the day (it does require a state park pass or a payment) and enjoyed a 4 mile out and back. There are bathrooms available at the nature center as well as electric vehicle charging stations. Plenty of parking - nice wide path - it is not hiking - it is a nice little walk -great if people are visiting from out of town (non-acclimated peeps)."

a month ago

"Gorgeous hiking trails and a surefire place to spot and photgraph Bald Eagles, waterfowl (ducks, geese, pelicans, etc), and so many more birds and other wildlife!"

2 months ago

"I would rate this as One of the hidden gems in Denver. It is around 30 miles drive from Denver and easy to find on the google maps. There are different entry points of this state park region, do not follow the apple maps, you might end up at a wrong location. The lake is Amazing, has boating, fishing and picnic areas. It is surrounded by natural trails for a walk or run. You will also encounter some wildlife and birds around the lake. Sunset views will blow your mind. Highly recommend this lake for a day trip. Remember, you can not take your pets on th trails."

11 months ago