Westminster, Colorado
Looking for the best running in Westminster? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Westminster. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Running Spots in and near Westminster
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Denver, Colorado
Rocky Mountain Lake Park
1.03 mi / 49 ft gainRocky Mountain Lake Park in Denver is a serene urban park offering various outdoor activities. The park is open daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Visitors can enjoy fishing, walking or jogging around the lake, picnicking, or birdwatching. The park has open grassy areas, playgrounds, and stunnin...Read more -
Edgewater, Colorado
Sloan Lake Loop
4.32.7 mi / 39 ft gainSloan Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Wheat Ridge, Colorado.Read more -
Denver, Colorado
City Park Perimeter Loop
5.03.85 mi / 171 ft gainCity Park Perimeter Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Denver, Colorado.Read more -
Denver, Colorado
Washington Park Loop
5.02.34 mi / 72 ft gainWashington Park in located near Denver South High School is the perfect spot for a run, walk, or an afternoon picnic! This paved loop is just over 2 miles and offers up scenic views of both Grasmere Lake and Smith Lake. This is also a family-friendly destination with a playground for the kids and...Read more -
Denver, Colorado
Westerly Creek Trail
4.7The Westerly Creek Trail is a scenic, multi-use urban trail that winds through the heart of Denver’s Central Park (formerly Stapleton) neighborhood. Stretching for several miles, the trail follows Westerly Creek as it flows through greenbelts, parks, and wetlands, offering a peaceful escape for...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Golden Cliffs Trail
5.01.76 mi / 620 ft gainFrom here, you can choose a few different hiking paths. This out-and-back trek starts at the trailhead up and to the left. Along the way you'll pass a bench dedicated to Craig Luebben — a writer, photographer and climbing guide. At this point, you probably haven't even broken a sweat yet. It's ti...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
South Table Mountain (Private Property)
4.03.3 mi / 1500 ft gainThis adventure crosses private property. Please do not attempt this adventure without permission from the property owner(s). Learn more JeffCO.US/1430/South-Table-Mountain-Park. You can do this one-hour hike in every season, every temperature and at any time. The best part about this hike is th...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Chimney Gulch Trail
4.04.82 mi / 1247 ft gainJust outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Lookout Mountain Trail
4.32.87 mi / 466 ft gainJust outside of Golden, CO is Lookout Mountain. If you’ve ever driven westbound on i70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve undoubtedly seen this mountain to your right with antennas on the top. On the north side of Lookout Mountain lies Windy Saddle Park, about a 30 minute drive from Denver. Thi...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Sawmill to Maverick Loop
4.32.51 mi / 459.54 ft gainFor this adventure, you'll be completing the Sawmill to Maverick loop. It is a short, but gentle trail that will take you through open meadows, to pine forests, and great views of Denver and Golden. Starting from the west parking area, cross the road and hit the Sawmill Trail. This trail starts ...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Doudy Draw Trail
5.04.37 mi / 433 ft gainDoudy Draw Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Boulder, Colorado.Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
South Boulder Creek - Mesa Trail - Lower Big Bluestem Loop
4.04.46 mi / 453 ft gainThis 4 mile loop ascends only a slight amount in elevation, making for a pleasant loop in which opportunities for appreciation of the nature around you and broad vista photography are in plentiful supply. A great hike for those who may still be building their fitness, as so many trails in Boulder...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Hike Bear Peak
4.87 mi / 2810 ft gainThe best advice I can give you? Wake up early to start this hike.Even though the Bear Peak hike will only take you about 4-5 hours round trip, it will still be advantageous to get off the mountain before afternoon and evening storms might pass through. This is a steep 7-mile out and back trail.St...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Hike the Big Bluestem Trail Loop
4.04.35 mi / 841 ft gainThis is a great spot for an easy/moderate hike or trail run. The trail is accessible year round and can often be hiked in winter as well as other seasons. You start out at the Mesa Trailhead parking lot off of Hwy 170. There is a parking lot here but this is a starting spot for several hikes into...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Village Walk, Red Rocks & Cherry Gulch Trail
4.36.31 mi / 1364.17 ft gainThe Village Walk, Red Rocks & Cherry Gulch Trail threads through one of Colorado's most geologically and historically layered open spaces—Matthews/Winters Park, a 2,461-acre Jefferson County preserve bordered by I-70 to the north and Red Rocks Park to the south. Here, ancient sandstone format...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Teller Farms (East Boulder) Trail
6.83 mi / 262 ft gainTeller Farms (East Boulder) Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lafayette, Colorado.Read more