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Van Bibber Open Space
4.7 ★★★★★ 338 Google reviews · Running trail in Arvada, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 24 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Van Bibber 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.
Serene urban park offering concrete & soft-surface trails & an observation deck for bird-watching.
What runners say about Van Bibber Open Space
“The trail was well maintained and clean.”
“Not far from the Ridge RTD line this beautiful open space of unpaved and paved trails, surrounded by flourishing foliage and landscape all the while facing the mountains.”
“Great quiet open space park numerous trails and large area”
This place is wonderful it goes from Ward Road to Indiana Street. Really great paved path for road bikes and little off shoe trails for hiking and walking. Friendly people. Nice and quiet on a weekday evening.
My favorite park to visit near where I live. Beautiful view of sunsets!! Plenty of trails and space. I love roller skating here!!!!
My favorite local place to see sunsets. Nice trails with great open space. Not much trees for shade.
Found this little gem on my way around Arvada! Not far from the Ridge RTD line this beautiful open space of unpaved and paved trails, surrounded by flourishing foliage and landscape all the while facing the mountains.. it’s and it makes you feel like an ant in this world and I happen to love that feeling!!
Trail conditions & character
“Not far from the Ridge RTD line this beautiful open space of unpaved and paved trails, surrounded by flourishing foliage and landscape all the while facing the mountains.”
“It is dog friendly, there are public restrooms, and there is plenty of space in the parking lot.”
“It is dog friendly, there are public restrooms, and there is plenty of space in the parking lot.”
“Not far from the Ridge RTD line this beautiful open space of unpaved and paved trails, surrounded by flourishing foliage and landscape all the while facing the mountains.”
“Great quiet open space park numerous trails and large area”
“It is dog friendly, there are public restrooms, and there is plenty of space in the parking lot.”
“With how quick and accessible the trail is, we'll probably be back soon.”
“There are a variety of trails that are a mix of paved, gravel, and boardwalk.”
“5 miles from one end to the other, so I do a5 Mike round-trip.”
Plan your run at Van Bibber Open Space
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
- Distance24 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitejeffco.us
- Phone+1 720-898-7000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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