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Willow Springs Open Space
4.6 ★★★★★ 247 Google reviews · Running trail in Centennial, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Willow Springs 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.
Grassy open area featuring a parking lot, picnic tables, wildlife viewing & a trail.
What runners say about Willow Springs Open Space
“It is the best walking trail I've ever been to and the clearing is so beautiful and open and this winter was just perfect for walking.”
“This is a beautiful, peaceful open space with paved access until you get to the main trail system.”
I was visiting family for the holidays and I would move there just to have this space. It is the best walking trail I've ever been to and the clearing is so beautiful and open and this winter was just perfect for walking.
Willow Springs open space is a wonderful hidden gem tucked away in Centennial. My daughter and I stumbled upon this area through our Geocaching app. There are 4 hidden treasures throughout this trail. The trail is easy for small children and even strollers if needed.
Nice! Well maintained, a variety of nature filled scenery. A trail that's an easy walk, a peaceful off neighborhood track. Also, an unassuming, little parcel, a special memory sphere with a bench, small shade trees, fresh flowers and touching memorials.
I run here almost every day and I never get tired of the trail. There are so many different options and ways you can run it's impossible to try all of them. It's all so beautiful in the summer when the green grass comes out and covers the entire space except for the dirt Trail.
Trail conditions & character
“It is the best walking trail I've ever been to and the clearing is so beautiful and open and this winter was just perfect for walking.”
“As the name does entail it's a big open space to walk around in, take some nice pictures, walk your dog, and go exploring!”
“This is a beautiful, peaceful open space with paved access until you get to the main trail system.”
“Beautiful, quiet, well-maintained gravel trail.”
“You can climb the dam and get a good view or traverse the dirt trails or the concrete track.”
“This is a beautiful, peaceful open space with paved access until you get to the main trail system.”
“Easy neighborhood loop to walk, about 2 miles, mostly flat aside from going up the dam portion.”
“Also, as a power chair user, I can definitely say this was one of the more forgiving offroading adventures I've had, so I suppose it's accessible!”
Plan your run at Willow Springs 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
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitessprd.org
- Phone+1 303-798-5131
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–3:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–3:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–3:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–3:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–3:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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