Piney Creek Trail & Open Space

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Piney Creek Trail & Open Space

Piney Creek Trail is a regional trail that stretches into Aurora and continues into Cherry Creek State Park, offering a scenic and extended route for walkers, joggers, and cyclists. Trails Park and Recreation District oversees the 3.9-mile section at the trail’s end, which intersects with Piney Creek Hollow Park. The trail also features a dedicated trailhead with a bike pump station and an information sign displaying biker and walker counts, time, and temperature—perfect for visitors to track their activity and plan their adventure.

Trail Length: The TPRD-managed section spans 3.9 miles, ideal for longer walks, runs, or bike rides.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the Trail & Open Space Rules?

  • No defacing, misusing, or damaging park structures or facilities.
  • No overnight parking or repairing of vehicles, campers, trailers, or motor homes.
  • No climbing structures, roofs, or trees within park property.
  • No dumping organic, commercial, or household trash on park property.
  • No intoxicated persons or underage consumption of alcohol in the park.
  • Keep motorized vehicles on designated roads and parking spots.
  • No weapons of any kind.
  • No fireworks or fires.
  • Only gas BBQ grills are allowed.
  • No harassing or killing any animals.
  • No remaining on park property outside of posted hours: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm.
  • No amplified music or excessive noise.
  • No staking, piercing, or penetrating of athletic fields.
  • No practicing or playing golf on park property.
  • Keep bikes on designated roads or paths.
  • No littering or leaving trash behind.
  • No glass containers.
  • Keep dogs on a leash and clean up after your pets.
  • No using motorized flying objects in or around park property.
  • Please be courteous and respectful to other park users.
  • No posting signs or flyers.
  • Shelter, pavilion, and field usage for organized activities are only allowed with a TPRD permit.

Q: Are pets allowed?

A: Yes, leashed pets are welcome.

Q: Who do I contact if I see damage or a maintenance issue?

A: Our team regularly inspects and maintains our parks, trails, and open spaces, but we also rely on help from the community to keep everything in great shape. If you notice a problem at a park, trail, or open space, please contact our Parks team using this form, and we’ll work to address it as quickly as possible.

Q: Are there any safety considerations or rules?

A: Standard park rules apply—stay on trails, clean up after pets, and supervise children near playground equipment.

Q: Where can I find a district map?

A: You can find our district map, complete with all of our parks, trails, open spaces, and facilities, here!

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