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Hidden Mesa Open Space and Trail is a 1,224-acre tract of public open space jointly managed by the Town of Castle Rock and Douglas County, serving as a natural land buffer between the cities of Castle Rock and Franktown.
The open space provides protection for natural grassland, shrubland, forest, meadow, and riparian ecosystems, with habitats for native wildlife such as coyotes, elk, mule deer, pronghorn, prairie dogs, and raptors.
A 74-acre area south of Highway 86 abuts the nearby Gateway Mesa, which offers 3.5 miles of hiking rails, while extensive areas of land north of the highway are home to seven more miles of trails for hiker, cyclist, and horseback rider use. Trails range from moderately easy to moderately difficult, with amenities available such as picnic shelters, horse trailers, and public restrooms. The open space is also home to a research and demonstration orchard overseen by Douglas County.
3217 CO-83, Franktown, CO 80116, Phone: 303-660-7495
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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