Cherry Creek State Park: Prairie Loop and Cherry Creek Trails

Leader(s): Blaine, Jan, Cal and Ilan

Description:  In collaboration with AdventHealth Oncology Services, we’ll enjoy a nice walk along the reservoir shore in the riparian cottonwoods. Our path will include the short Prairie Loop Nature Trail with its interpretive signage and continue along the Cherry Creek trail. Depending on the trail conditions we may do the Pope and Butterfly Hill Trail Loop. 

You’ll have the chance to walk alongside AdventHealth team members, including oncologists, surgeons, genetic counselors, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and physical therapists. It’s a welcoming space to ask general questions and enjoy supportive conversation. 

 Where:  Enter the State Park from either the East or West entrances and proceed to the Prairie Loop Parking area – see maps below. 

Google Maps Plus Code: J4JW+38R

Entrance fees:  Yes - $11: Daily Vehicle Pass: $​10: Daily Water Basin Authority: $1; If you’d like to carpool to avoid the fee, contact Blaine at 720-292-3421 or blaine.dwyer@gmail.com prior to 7 p.m. the night before.

Distance: 2.5 - 4 miles depending on the group’s interests

Elevation gain: 115 feet of elevation change over about a ½ mile (4-5% slope) if we do the loop;  flat if we do an out-and-back on the Cherry Creek Trail

Dogs allowed: Yes, if leashed and well-behaved.

Toilets at the trailhead: Yes

Be sure to bring:  Water, sunscreen, hat and desire to get out and enjoy nature

Hike Leader Number: 720-392-3421 – Blaine’s cell ---  Please call or text if you need to cancel or if you are running late.