Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead

    4.6 (77 reviews)

    Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead Photos

    You might also consider

    More like Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead

    Recommended Reviews - Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Tekia H.

    So I have terrible pictures of Elk Meadow Park, but I will say it was a lovely place to hike. It's not super hard and very good for someone who may be a bit of a novice. We were even able to see a deer very close up which was pretty amazing. During the hike, we met a lovely man and woman name Bill and Anita. Both were so sweet and gave us some great places to check out. I just hate that we didn't get a chance to check all of those place out. This area is dog friendly, so you can take you pooch out for a nice short or long hike depending on what trail you do.

    Sweta K.

    Did a nice 4 mile loop today! The trail I did started and ended with wide open space. The middle portion of my hike was covered by trees with outlooks throughout. Not too much elevation. Great beginner hike for those like me who are brushing off the holiday lag/inactivity & trying to get fit again. Next time, I would like to try to go for a nice trail run or bike ride here. The trail was decently busy. The loop I did I would rate as Easy/Moderate, but there are other trails to choose from that looked longer and more difficult.

    Amanda M.

    Um, why is this dog park not the hot gossip amongst everyone? It's definitely the best dog park I've ever been to. Rolling fields of grass, mountain views, hikes in the trees, boulders, a creek and 3+ miles of trails. When I first got out of the car I thought we were in the wrong place, because it was so nice, until an unleashed dog came bounding out of the woods. Then about 15 minutes into our walk I thought people were letting their dogs play on some farmland, but it turned out that was the enclosed area of the dog park. We walked about 30 minutes or so on the trails and through the woods without seeing another human or dog. My dog was excited about that since she's not very social but does enjoy going bat-shit crazy off of her leash. Take your dog here and they will be the happiest ever!

    Alex H.

    Well maintained trail system that's easily accessible from the Denver area. The park offers trails for tougher incline hikes or more moderate and flat hikes. If you come early, you may see elk and other wildlife. Do come early for those who try to escape the crowds. Also, if you bring your dog, be sure to pick up its poop! JeffCo shut down its wonderful dog park over a year ago for careless dog owners.

    Meadow view hike

    Beautiful hike but 6 years ago they took down the dog off leash area I looked for hours trying to find it till I found a local and he told me, dogs have to be leashed but all the trails are well managed and worth the day trip just 30 min outside of Denver even though GPS will say it's an hour

    Sophia A.

    A beautiful hike, with clean bathrooms, sitting areas toward the entrance. 4 hour hike to the summit via Too Long, trail bring water! Meadow trail is a lot more tame, less climbing more scenic route. Beautiful area by Evergreen mountain community.

    Sad puppy, no more dog park
    Lisa K.

    This was the greatest dog park ever! Acres of trails, shade, water... But, it is closing. My dog and I are very sad about this. It also means we will not be going up to Evergreen very often anymore, where we would stop for lunch or a beer (i.e. spend $ at locally owned businesses). IMO - A lot of people are losing out on this decision.

    here's how you know you've found it.
    Meg M.

    This dog park is amazing. There are 2 large fenced in areas (7 acre with 4 entry gates, plus an additional 1 acre area that is flatter and clear of trees), and a huge additional off leash area extends beyond the fenced in part. For much of it, you can't even see the fencing on the other side, so it doesn't feel super enclosed. I'll attach some photos so you can get a feel for the place. It's hard to tell from the photos, but there is metal fencing in addition to the wood fencing, so other than the tiniest of Chihuahuas, it is adequate for keeping doggies in. Elk Meadow Park is a much larger space than just the dog park, so if you want to park close to the off-leash area, take the second entrance: go west on Stagecoach Boulevard from hwy 74; proceed about 1 mile and you will see a sign like the first one pictured here. Park in the lot on the left (south) if you can, so you won't have to cross the road with your dog. I'm sure the rest of the park is lovely as well, but I only hung around the off-leash part. It's so much bigger than I am used to by a magnitude of about 20. And truly beautiful. It feels like you're just hanging out wandering the mountains with the dog, who I am sure appreciates the freedom to walk untethered with you. PS - Don't forget to bring water for your dog.

    One of our pup's favorite spots!
    Sara G.

    Amazing off leash dog "park" - but also great low key hiking! Only 30 minutes from Denver, and there are fields where you can throw balls, streams where puppies can get muddy, and boulders to climb on. It can get packed on the weekend so this isn't a great place if your pup isn't good at coming when called. But if you want an off leash huge open area where your dog can play with other dogs, this is the spot. One of my absolute favorite easy dog friendly places to hike outside of Denver.

    M A.

    Took the pups here today and I am in LOVE! The drive there is scenic and easy. Be warned that this is a hike for not only the pups but for the adults as well! Once you arrive there's a few parking options. There are two small lots (very small) that are usually pretty full and there's also places to park off to the side of the road. You just have to be careful because there are lots of cars passing through although most are courteous to you and your dogs. Now for the fun part.. the actual park itself. It's very spacious and although the entrance is fenced, once you start hiking down it becomes more of an open space. If you don't trust your dog this isn't a good place for you because the dogs do wander off playing and it's up to the owner to keep up. It was a very decent hike as my two big dogs were pooped after just a couple hours. There are trails to walk on and there's also little bodies of water that the dogs can play in -- it's great for a hot day like today. You do need to bring your own water and baggies to pick up after your pups. They do have baggies at the entrance but the park itself goes pretty deep and you'll need extra. The people here are very friendly and very laid back when it comes to the dogs. if you don't like your dogs socializing too much with others & running off with them then this isn't the place for you. It's great for independent dogs that don't stray too far. My fur babies had a blast! I would recommend this to many of my fellow dog owner friends

    Deanna J.

    This is the best dog park EVERRR! One should use the term "dog park" loosely though, because this place is so much more! Hiking down the mountainside to the creek with the puggle running and scampering around. Other dogs also play along but oftentimes we have the trails to ourselves (if only for a bit on super busy days) :) After running thru the creek, hike up the other side and take the loop around, back down and out again. Makes for a great half day trek with time to play and snack on a packed lunch. Toby gives it two paws up!!!!

    See all

    Photo of Chad S.
    561
    891
    2499

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    11 months ago

    Gorgeous trail...perfect for hiking, trail running or biking. Well maintained. Full of birds and forest friends to observe along the way.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 13
    Thanks 0
    Love this 13
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    My go to place for a quick 1 hour Mt bike ride. Plenty of climbing to be had, but some flatter beginner trails on the lower meadow.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Exceptional location for hikes. Elk, deer and other animals abound. Best during the week before the flat landers swarm!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Beautiful park for kids and dogs alike and more challenging offshoots for those looking for more of a sweat. Awesome!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ash W.
    6
    30
    0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead

    Is this place still open? I read an article that said it was closed.

    It is still open. Some trails are under maintenance.

    View All 2 Questions

    Review Highlights - Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead

    So I have terrible pictures of Elk Meadow Park, but I will say it was a lovely place to hike.

    Mentioned in 5 reviews

    Read more highlights

    Mt. Evans Wilderness

    Mt. Evans Wilderness

    4.8
    (34 reviews)
    9.9 mi

    A friend of mine had told me about this place and said we should give it a visit when in Colorado…read more We tried to do that the last time we were there, but it had already closed for the season. This trip, we were a week or so earlier, so we decided to try again. Fortunately, most of the area was still open. Only the very top was closed. Timed entry passes are required here, just like in many of the National Parks. I'm glad one of our group thought to get it. After a very nice drive up from Idaho Springs, we showed our permit and headed up. Part of the fun of this trip is that it's the highest paved road in North America (14,264 ft). We made it all the way up to one of the alpine lakes, and it was cold. I'm glad we were prepared for the cold and wind. We didn't see any wildlife at the lake, but we did see some on the way up. The area is full of deer, big horn sheep, and mountain goats, and we got to see 2 of the 3. Will I return? Definitely. However, if you want to see it all, you better go in the summer.

    Beautiful. Loved this hike…read more Come early. parking lot may fill up. We arrive at 6 am on monday 6/27/2021. summit lake lot was around half full. There are bathrooms available at the lot for use. Bring $5 cash to pay to park when you arrive. there is an envelope to fill out over near the bathroom for parking. Take the trail that doesn't go down close to the lake and then you will hang a left. There is some signage before you really start to incline. the elevation gain from the parking lot to mount spaulding was fairly intense. There are a lot of rocks. Would make sure you have good boots for this hike. Once you get up to mount spaulding you will start to DESCEND. the trail up to mount spaulding is relatively well laid out. however after you get down from mount spaulding. Well there is a rock area that is not marked at all. Take a peek at 14ers.com so you can see some pics of where you should go. once you get over the hump and down. Stay around 25 feet down below the ridge and look for the CAIRNS. Rock piles. These will help guide you to where you should be going. Thankfully all trails did pull up for me when we were in the spot that is absolutely not marked. just be prepared for that stretch. From spaulding on up to the summit was a lot of climbing around on rocks. It was fun but be prepared for that. There were not many folks on the actual trail. but once you hit the summit parking lot at the top there will be a fair amount of people up at the summit as a lot of people drive up there. They do have bathrooms at the top, that is actually kind of a nice treat. I really enjoyed this 14er. I would definitely be up for doing this one again.

    Photos
    Mt. Evans Wilderness
    Mt. Evans Wilderness
    Mt. Evans Wilderness

    See all

    Red Rocks Park

    Red Rocks Park

    4.8
    (80 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    This place is BEAUTIFUL! We went around brunch time, and it was an awesome site to see. I can only…read moreimagine how much more breath taking it is during sunset or sunrise. There is nothing more magnificent than seeing natural beauty created by our awesome God. The amphitheater was a sight to see. It's amazing that it was man made. There are a total of three marked hiking trails. We hiked the difficult and medium trails. They weren't that bad at all. The different elevation did make it tough at times, but what an accomplishment it felt when we finished. Also, the view along the way was great. So don't forget to stop and just look around! They also have an easy trail, which is nice, especially if you're taking small children. The visitor center was neat as well with some fun facts and history. There is also a Trading Post where you can purchase souvenirs. The shirts are crazy expensive, but if you shop in the clearance section, it is more affordable. If you're hungry, there is one restaurant there with reasonable prices, but of course more on the pricier side. However, I think it would add to the experience if you brought your own food and picnicked along the way or eat at the end. You can definitely spend a whole day here! It's great for a family outing, date, friends hang out, or even just to enjoy solo. I highly recommend visiting this place, especially if you're from out of town.

    I visited this gorgeous park in November 2016. When you first arrive, the amphitheater is a…read moremust-see sight. If you're here in the morning, you'll see joggers going up and down the stairs. Also, the visitor center has a few exhibits on the history of the Red Rocks Amphitheater (and celebrities and rock stars who have performed here). But Red Rocks Park has lovely hiking trails beyond the amphitheater. Just make sure that you bring a bottle of water, hat, and sunglasses if it's a sunny day. It's also worth picking up a local map so you can estimate which hike to take based on the amount of time you have available. The trails do not provide any shade, so a hat and sunscreen are essential. If you have a few hours to spare while visiting Denver, be sure to plan a day trip here if the weather is nice!

    Photos
    Red Rocks Park
    Beautiful rocks
    Beautiful rocks
    Red Rocks Park

    See all

    Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead - parks - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...