On the Nature Trail

 

Nature Trail

Just outside the Pavilion along Big Dry Creek is our 1/2-mile nature trail loop. Explore Colorado's native insects in their natural habitat, laugh at the antics of prairie dogs and rabbits, and if you're lucky, catch sight of a heron, hawk or eagle perched in a nearby tree!

Learn about habitats and plants along our nature trail!

Wildlife Viewing

Vertebrates and invertebrates alike take refuge along the nature trail. Don't miss:

  • beavers
  • bald eagles
  • kingfishers
  • prairie dogs
  • owls
  • Swainson's hawks
  • native butterflies, bees, beetles, aquatic insects, spiders

Volunteer! Become a Horticulture Volunteer and help us restore our short grass prairie.

Catch & Release Bugs!

Sweeping for bugs is a great way to discover what lives in your own backyard. All you need is a sweep net and a magnifying glass. Lightly and quickly brush the rim of the net across nearby plants, then look to see what has landed inside. A magnifying glass will help you to get a closer look at your find!