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Belmar Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,745 Google reviews · Running trail in Lakewood, Colorado · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Belmar Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

MixedLoopScenicDog-friendlyFlat & fastTrailhead parkingQuiet

Tree-filled park offering hiking & biking paths, a playground & facilities, plus stone artwork.

What runners say about Belmar Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,745 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 17 mentions

“The park is huge, with miles of beautifully maintained trails that wind around the gorgeous Kountze Lake and through natural grasslands.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 11 mentions

“Walking among the many trails around the lake, you will have the opportunity to see many beautiful and serene sights.”

Absolutely beautiful spot. A friend took me here for a walk during my visit and I had no idea how picturesque of a location this was. The water is full of turtles and fish, the paths are beautiful. Just a lovely place for an afternoon stroll. Hung out here for a while and loved every minute. Very cool spot.

★★★★★ — Brandoux , May 2022

Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park is fabulous to walk through. From the visitor center to the Colfax hub and farm center, there are many interesting thing to see and learn about. Walking among the many trails around the lake, you will have the opportunity to see many beautiful and serene sights.

★★★★★ — Jenn , Oct 2023

You can't get enough of this 😍 park. It has a dirt road, hills, horse 🐎 trail, sidewalk all around the park, kiosk for events, lake in the middle, benches throughout, beautiful view to the mountains ⛰ a playground and portable potty.

★★★★★ — Angel , Nov 2021

Didn’t even know this park existed but it was so cool! Free parking behind some buildings but the trail isn’t too long and a lot of benches and stopping points around the lake. Not paved but dirt is flat and a lot of cool views of the cormorants! Will definitely be going back

★★★★★ — Lizzie , Jun 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 22 mentions

“The park is huge, with miles of beautifully maintained trails that wind around the gorgeous Kountze Lake and through natural grasslands.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 11 mentions

“Walking among the many trails around the lake, you will have the opportunity to see many beautiful and serene sights.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 7 mentions

“Whether you want a paved path for an easy stroll or a dirt trail to feel more connected to nature, there's something for everyone.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“The park is also dog-friendly, making it a great place to bring your furry friend along for a fun-filled outing.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Free parking behind some buildings but the trail isn’t too long and a lot of benches and stopping points around the lake.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 2 mentions

“Nice gravel trails, a nice little old town to go walk around in, nice views of the mountains, and a nice little terrace to sit down at.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“Whether you want a paved path for an easy stroll or a dirt trail to feel more connected to nature, there's something for everyone.”

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🔁 Loop trail 2 mentions

“Parking lot access along with several neighborhood street access to loop trail.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“The hiking and trail walking is very flat in most spots around the lake.”

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Plan your run at Belmar Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitelakewood.org
  • Phone(303) 987-7800

Hours

Monday 8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM
Thursday 8 AM–5 PM
Friday 8 AM–5 PM
Saturday 8 AM–5 PM
Sunday 8 AM–5 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Belmar Park

801 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80226

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.