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Aquarius Open Space – Sterns Lake loop from Lafayette

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Aquarius Open Space – Sterns Lake loop from Lafayette

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Aquarius Open Space – Sterns Lake loop from Lafayette

01:28

22.4km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

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1.57 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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3.06 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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7.26 km

Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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7.36 km

Marry Miller Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Marry Miller Trail spans about 1.5 miles and features gravel surfaces. It is open to hikers, bikers, and equestrians; dogs visiting must be kept on a leash.

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7.94 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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9.93 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail stretches 12 miles from Majestic Drive in Lafayette to Coalton Road and McCaslin Boulevard in Superior. The surface consists of crushed gravel, and the entire length is car-free.

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15.3 km

Viewpoint

17.3 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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22.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

5.65 km

2.40 km

1.39 km

1.17 km

136 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

2.68 km

2.63 km

1.71 km

121 m

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Highest point (1,630 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

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Saturday 27 June

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Aquarius Open Space – Sterns Lake loop from Lafayette

Adler-Fingru Open Space