Littleton

Things to Do Where to Stay Local Tours Community Stories

Top Adventures in Littleton

Hike or Bike Hildebrand Ranch

Hildebrand Ranch Park is often overshadowed by the other nearby Jeffco Parks, but for the few that it does attract the trails do not disappoint. The Two Brands Trail starts at about 5600ft just off of Deer Creek Canyon Rd. It is a relatively fl...

5.1 miles 324 ft gain

Hike the Coyote Song-Swallow Trail Loop

We all love to live our weekends to the fullest, but say you're itching for an adventure and it's midweek with the weekend still a good 3 or 4 days away? South Valley Park is the place to go if you're looking for an after-work adventure or just do...

3 miles 350 ft gain

Snowshoe Deer Creek Canyon Park

Deer Creek Canyon Park offers up to 13 miles of wind-sheltered trails perfect for enjoying after a fresh snow. The Plymouth Mountain Trail offers steep climbs and big views while Homesteader Trail offers the best forest scenery in the Denver area....

5.1 miles 1250 ft gain

Hike the Meadowlark Plymouth Trail

From the parking lot, you can take the Meadowlark trail to the west or the Plymouth Creek Trail to the southeast. It does not matter which trail you take because it ends up becoming loop. For a more gradual slope up the hill, take the Meadowlark t...

6 miles 1197 ft gain

Hike to Radio Tower Overlook

I loved this trail when I lived in Lakewood. It has a decent elevation gain, close to the city, spectacular views, and you can pretty much hike it year round unless you just had a winter snow storm (though you could just hike in snow boots!). I ta...

4 miles 1312 ft gain

Hike The Green Mountain Trail

Green Mountain Trail is a 6.5-mile loop and has a challenging ascent to the park's highest point. Because the mountain is one of the first to rise out of the plains, you get unique views of where the mountains meet the prairie and fascinating geol...

6.5 miles 1180 ft gain

Mountain Bike the Green Mountain Loop

Skip the bar and spend happy hour hiking/biking this fun and easy loop. With convenient access from the Denver-Metro Area, this spot is perfect for a quick ride after work, or hike with your dog.The park has three parking lots, and the trail can b...

Hike Bluffs Regional Park Trail

This loop trail is 2.7 miles long but has several options for overlooks that add 0.8 miles to the trip. This is an easy hike with minimal elevation gain and is a great option for the whole family. Every time I've done this hike I've seen numerous ...

2.7 miles 200 ft gain

Winter Hiking and Wildlife in Waterton Canyon

Waterton Canyon is the beginning of the Colorado Trail which stretches 500 miles from Denver to Durango. Camping is allowed on the Colorado Trail but is not allowed in the first 6 miles section of Waterton Canyon, which is managed by Denver Water....

12.4 miles

Explore Red Rocks Park in Winter

Red Rocks is a bustling park in the summer when its famous amphitheater is filled with concerts. In winter though, the park dies down and becomes even more quiet when snow is falling. Grab your camera and head to the park during a winter storm to ...

Hike Dinosaur Ridge

The hiking trail starts at the parking lot located across from the Dinosaur Ridge Discovery center (which you should totally go check out!). Once you park you will follow the gated and paved Alameda Parkway towards the ridge. Along the way there w...

2 miles 50 ft gain

Walk the Cherry Creek Dog Off-Leash Area

Cherry Creek Dog-Off Leash Area is an extended part of Cherry Creek State Park and encompasses 107 acres of fenced-in play area. Within the park there is a 3 mile loop trail that takes you through the trees and along the Cherry Creek. What makes t...

3 miles

Browse All Adventures

Tours

Denver, Colorado

Adventures in the Rockies

$3,595/person - 6 days
Idaho Springs, Colorado

Cliffside Zipline Half Day Tour

$149/person - 1 days
Idaho Springs, Colorado

Mount Evans Via Ferrata Tour

$149/person - 1 days

More Tours

Nearby camping, hotels, and more

Sedalia, Colorado

Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

Overview The Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is an ideal camping site for avid horseback riders looking to explore the Indian Creek Equestrian Trail. The area provides a pleasant atmosphere plus...
Pine, Colorado

Meadows Group Campground

Overview Meadows Group Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for groups to enjoy the great outdoors. Located just 45 miles south of Denver near the town of Buffalo Creek, Colorado, the campgrou...
28707 Redskin Creek Road

Buffalo Campground

Overview Buffalo Campground is one of two facilities within the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area, about an hour's drive southwest of Denver, Colorado. Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportun...
Sedalia, Colorado

Lone Rock Campground (Co)

Overview Lone Rock Campground, located along the South Platte River, boasts spectacular views and top-notch fly fishing waters. Hikers thoroughly enjoy the nearby Gill Trail and kayakers are drawn ...
Central City, Colorado

Denver West / Central City KOA
Black Hawk, Colorado

Cold Springs

Overview Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the ...