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Stratton Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 726 Google reviews · Running trail in Colorado Springs, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Stratton Open Space'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.
Popular site for hiking, biking, jogging and dog walking featuring a pond and a reservoir.
What runners say about Stratton Open Space
“The water is crystal clean dogs Only allowed to swim.”
“The trails offer a perfect blend of scenic views and peaceful solitude, without the usual crowds.”
“The trails offer a perfect blend of scenic views and peaceful solitude, without the usual crowds.”
“We brought our dog with and after a weekend of go go go, omg this was the PERFECT Sunday easy walk.”
A great place for a quick weekend stroll! The highlight of this park for me was the South Suburban reservoir. You can walk right down to the water. No swimming allowed but dogs are allowed in. The Gold Camp reservoir was super peaceful to gaze at from a distance.
This is an absolutely beautiful place for our doggies to fully enjoy!! Loved it!! The water is crystal clean dogs Only allowed to swim. It’s fenced all around with two openings on opposite sides. Some trees for shady spots to relax. Our dog had a blast running with other dogs up and down the beach and swimming!
Amazing place for a good hike with family and dog. Our dog had his first swim ever, special memories. Definitely recommend this place, bring hiking shoes and water. We will be going there on a regular basis for sure. 5 stars !!!
This was amazing!! Me my family and one of our pups went on a hike here and I was just amazed! We even got out of our car and it was already an amazing view! Once we got to the dam we met another really nice family. The dam also had sone awesome views!
Trail conditions & character
“We brought our dog with and after a weekend of go go go, omg this was the PERFECT Sunday easy walk.”
“The trails offer a perfect blend of scenic views and peaceful solitude, without the usual crowds.”
“With ample parking and well-marked trails, it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.”
“Incline, zip line, garden of gods, red rocks.”
“The trails offer a perfect blend of scenic views and peaceful solitude, without the usual crowds.”
Plan your run at Stratton Open Space
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecoloradosprings.gov
- Phone(719) 385-5940
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–10 PM |
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