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Summary: Walk about 100 yards from the parking lot to reach an area equipped with picnic tables and toilet facilities next to a small stream. The main trail crosses the stream on a bridge and the loop stars immediately after crossing the bridge. Going to the left takes you along the stream for a few hundred feet and then you leave the creek and begin a slow wandering climb up up the hill. After 0.8 miles, you reach the junction with the Red Rocks Trail. Just after the junction, look up the hill and you can see several old graves a short distance from the trail. A couple of the headstones can be read, but vandalism and weather has taken their toll. The trail continues down the hill and returns to the stream area. One note: After you leave the stream, there is no shade. Better in the morning or evening. Trailhead: Take exit 259 from I-70. Go south about a mile ot the Matthew Winters Open Space Park parking lot. (Lat:39.69 Lon:-105.205) Trail Guides for Matthew Winters Park Village Walk Loop: Matthew Winters Park by Jefferson County Open Space (Jefferson County) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Jefferson County Open Space Parks -- 303-271-5993 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Keith Robinson, who has posted 5 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Dave on 6/22/2008 This is a nice short loop hike for a family with kids or visitors who just want a glimpse of the area. The scenery is OK but nothing spectacular. I recommend taking the loop to the left first along the creek, to avoid the somewhat steep uphill climb going to the right. There's some nice views of the valley and an old graveyard, but we didn't see any old structures from the village besides some fenceposts. We did see a fairly large snake (non venomous) on the nearby Red Rocks Trail but no other wildlife. It should also be noted that part of this trail is used by cyclists to reach the Red Rocks trail. It was pretty busy when we hiked on a May weekend. Restrooms, water, and picnic tables were avaialable at the trailhead. 
Reviewed by spam test on 3/23/2008 http://nytimes.com amazing Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Colorado Hiking, Colorado Trails, Colorado Hikes, Jefferson County Hiking, Jefferson County Trails, Jefferson County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
