About
Visitors to Sandstone Ranch Open Space Trail can expect mostly flat, well-marked paths ideal for beginners, including kids and leashed dogs. The area features expansive views, horse traffic on some trails, and a large parking area with picnic shelters nearby.
What To Expect:
- 🚶 Beginner-friendly hiking trails with under 400 ft elevation gain
- 🐴 Horse and bike-friendly paths with occasional riders and gates
- 🌄 Scenic overlooks reachable with a short extra walk
- 🐕 Leash-required dog-friendly areas
- 🅿️ Ample parking and picnic shelters adjacent to trailheads
Important Information:
- – Gates on trails require extra caution; some wires must be crossed
- – Mud and horse manure present especially on southern trails
- – Portable restrooms available near parking
📍 Local Insights
🚴 Watch for Bikes: Trails are shared with mountain bikers; hikers should stay alert especially near gated areas.
🐴 Horse Traffic: Some paths are used by horses; be prepared to pass gates and occasionally hop over wires.
🔍 Barn Spotting Challenge: Families can have fun spotting multiple barns visible from the trails scattered across the landscape.
🌞 Limited Shade: Few shaded areas exist on trails, so plan for sun protection on bright days.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Families
- •Dog owners
- •Beginner hikers
- •Horse riders
Location
8821 CO-105, Larkspur, CO 80118Review Sentiment
Based on 12 Google reviews
"Visitors appreciate the easy, well-marked trails suitable for kids and leashed dogs, plus the spacious parking and scenic overlooks. Some note the abundance of horse manure and mud on certain sections as a minor drawback."
What You'll Find
- •Hiking Trails
- •Mountain Biking
- •Horse Trails
- •Scenic Overlooks
- •Picnic Shelters
- •Leashed Dog Areas
- •Parking
- •Portable Restrooms
📆 Best Times to Visit
Weekday mornings around 6-7 AM and mid-afternoon have lower crowds. Weekends get busier mid-morning to early afternoon; early visits avoid muddy trail areas.
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