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Sterns Lake – Aquarius Open Space loop from Arvada

Sterns Lake – Aquarius Open Space loop from Arvada

Hard

4.6

(8416)

15,840

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Sterns Lake – Aquarius Open Space loop from Arvada

04:02

67.4km

570m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 37.8 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8.21 km

Big Dry Creek Open Space

Nature Reserve

8.71 km

Big Dry Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Big Dry Creek Trail is located in Westminster and spans 12 miles from Interstate 25 to Standley Lake. The multi-use trail features a mostly flat terrain with occasional moderate …

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9.54 km

Walnut Creek Open Space

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One of the many open spaces within the city of Westminster, Walnut Creek connects to a trail network of over 120 miles. Included in these trails is the 16-mile US …

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18.2 km

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

Highlight • Natural

This area provides a tranquil atmosphere in the midst of the city, featuring several bodies of water and creeks. With stunning views of the Front Range, it's a place to …

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19.3 km

Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area

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After losing their nest to a lightning strike in August, it was unclear which location the eagles would choose for their to new nest. With limited suitable nesting trees in …

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19.9 km

Sterns Lake

Highlight • Lake

Sterns Lake is a small lake in the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm which is well-known for the birding opportunities (especially the Bald Eagles in the winter) and …

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27.8 km

Warembourg Open Space

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Warembourg Open Space, shaped through acquisitions in 1999 and 2003 by Boulder County, Louisville, and Lafayette, is a haven for nature enthusiasts. Nestled along Coal Creek and the Coal Creek …

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30.2 km

Adler-Fingru Open Space

Highlight • Natural

Adler-Fingru Open Space is a 55.7-acre area that was once used for crop production and livestock grazing. Ownership of the space is divided three ways among the cities of Boulder, …

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31.7 km

Aquarius Open Space is crossed by many trails, being the main one "Coal Creek Trail". There's a parking lot on the southeastern part, although you can access the area by any of the trails that go through it.

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67.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.4 km

20.4 km

18.6 km

2.24 km

2.04 km

1.72 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.7 km

19.0 km

16.5 km

9.27 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,870 m)

Lowest point (1,570 m)

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Thursday 28 May

23°C

11°C

59 %

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Sterns Lake – Aquarius Open Space loop from Arvada

Big Dry Creek Trail

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