Peak View Park Development

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Peak View Park landscape and trail

February 2024 update: Intersection improvements are underway at South Wadsworth Boulevard, and Morrison Road. Learn my by visiting Lakewood.org/ConeZone.

Peak View Park opened July 7! Learn more about the park below and download the park map.

Project Background

In 2018, the City of Lakewood acquired approximately 60 acres of the "Taylor Estate" to be forever preserved as open space. This stunning property can be viewed from South Wadsworth Boulevard between Morrison Road and West Vassar Avenue. The acquisition of the property, 2350 South Wadsworth Boulevard, was completed with the help and generosity of Jefferson County Open Space.

Take a virtual tour of Peak View Park!

Project Details
Intended to be a passive-use open space, the future Peak View Park will be a wonderful space to recreate and take in beautiful views. Park planning efforts were temporarily delayed to accommodate access to the site from Wadsworth. The consultant team for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is working on traffic studies, environmental clearances and engineering for the addition of an access point off Wadsworth and Morrison Road at the northwest corner of the park. While the access and phase one (to include a hard surface trail and parking lot) is targeted for completion in 2023, the city launched a public engagement process to determine the future look and feel for the park in 2021.

Help Name the Park

Most importantly, we need your help selecting a name for this exceptional addition to Lakewood Parks! Use the survey tab below to submit the perfect name for the park by April 30. We will narrow submissions to three choices and create a poll for this page to determine the winning name by May 30. The person who submits the winning name will receive a 2021 annual pass to Bear Creek Lake Park. Peak View Park was selected by residents as the new name for this park for its views of Pikes Peak.


Learn more about the site from a birds-eye view of the Peak View Park in the video below.


All future improvements will create a welcoming experience for all visitors. Use the tools below to provide feedback on the project and share ideas. Subscribe to this page for project notifications when new information becomes available.


February 2024 update: Intersection improvements are underway at South Wadsworth Boulevard, and Morrison Road. Learn my by visiting Lakewood.org/ConeZone.

Peak View Park opened July 7! Learn more about the park below and download the park map.

Project Background

In 2018, the City of Lakewood acquired approximately 60 acres of the "Taylor Estate" to be forever preserved as open space. This stunning property can be viewed from South Wadsworth Boulevard between Morrison Road and West Vassar Avenue. The acquisition of the property, 2350 South Wadsworth Boulevard, was completed with the help and generosity of Jefferson County Open Space.

Take a virtual tour of Peak View Park!

Project Details
Intended to be a passive-use open space, the future Peak View Park will be a wonderful space to recreate and take in beautiful views. Park planning efforts were temporarily delayed to accommodate access to the site from Wadsworth. The consultant team for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is working on traffic studies, environmental clearances and engineering for the addition of an access point off Wadsworth and Morrison Road at the northwest corner of the park. While the access and phase one (to include a hard surface trail and parking lot) is targeted for completion in 2023, the city launched a public engagement process to determine the future look and feel for the park in 2021.

Help Name the Park

Most importantly, we need your help selecting a name for this exceptional addition to Lakewood Parks! Use the survey tab below to submit the perfect name for the park by April 30. We will narrow submissions to three choices and create a poll for this page to determine the winning name by May 30. The person who submits the winning name will receive a 2021 annual pass to Bear Creek Lake Park. Peak View Park was selected by residents as the new name for this park for its views of Pikes Peak.


Learn more about the site from a birds-eye view of the Peak View Park in the video below.


All future improvements will create a welcoming experience for all visitors. Use the tools below to provide feedback on the project and share ideas. Subscribe to this page for project notifications when new information becomes available.


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  • Share What are the plans for the land/finishing the project on the Wadsworth boundary between W. Vassar Ave and the entrance across Morrison Rd? On the west side of the park. Thanks!! on Facebook Share What are the plans for the land/finishing the project on the Wadsworth boundary between W. Vassar Ave and the entrance across Morrison Rd? On the west side of the park. Thanks!! on Twitter Share What are the plans for the land/finishing the project on the Wadsworth boundary between W. Vassar Ave and the entrance across Morrison Rd? On the west side of the park. Thanks!! on Linkedin Email What are the plans for the land/finishing the project on the Wadsworth boundary between W. Vassar Ave and the entrance across Morrison Rd? On the west side of the park. Thanks!! link

    What are the plans for the land/finishing the project on the Wadsworth boundary between W. Vassar Ave and the entrance across Morrison Rd? On the west side of the park. Thanks!!

    Jill Robitaille asked 3 months ago

    Construction on this project is just getting underway, and information about the construction, including upcoming updates, description of the work and contact information, is available at Lakewood.org/ConeZone.

  • Share Hi, I am loving the winter colors in the park, but having trouble identifying some of the species. I wonder if I could send some photos and you could help me identify. on Facebook Share Hi, I am loving the winter colors in the park, but having trouble identifying some of the species. I wonder if I could send some photos and you could help me identify. on Twitter Share Hi, I am loving the winter colors in the park, but having trouble identifying some of the species. I wonder if I could send some photos and you could help me identify. on Linkedin Email Hi, I am loving the winter colors in the park, but having trouble identifying some of the species. I wonder if I could send some photos and you could help me identify. link

    Hi, I am loving the winter colors in the park, but having trouble identifying some of the species. I wonder if I could send some photos and you could help me identify.

    Astrid asked 3 months ago

    Hi there, if you want to send the photos to me at ambthi@lakewood.org, I will share them with the City Forester. 

    Thanks!

    Amber

  • Share Are there covered picnic areas? If so, where and what is the capacity? Is there any lawn or is it all trails? Is it fairly easy for seniors to walk the paths or trails? on Facebook Share Are there covered picnic areas? If so, where and what is the capacity? Is there any lawn or is it all trails? Is it fairly easy for seniors to walk the paths or trails? on Twitter Share Are there covered picnic areas? If so, where and what is the capacity? Is there any lawn or is it all trails? Is it fairly easy for seniors to walk the paths or trails? on Linkedin Email Are there covered picnic areas? If so, where and what is the capacity? Is there any lawn or is it all trails? Is it fairly easy for seniors to walk the paths or trails? link

    Are there covered picnic areas? If so, where and what is the capacity? Is there any lawn or is it all trails? Is it fairly easy for seniors to walk the paths or trails?

    olderthanold asked 7 months ago

    There is an ADA accessible loop that would be great for all abilities. At this time there is not a shade shelter, and the park is passive use open space. This means that outside the trails, it is native grasses and not irrigated grass areas. 

  • Share I was looking at the pdf map for Peak View Park and noticed something unique in the "yield triangle ". Since horses are not allowed, it shows pictures of bicycles yielding to pedestrians and snakes? I'm just curious, is that a picture of a snake? Are there rattlesnakes in Peak View Park? on Facebook Share I was looking at the pdf map for Peak View Park and noticed something unique in the "yield triangle ". Since horses are not allowed, it shows pictures of bicycles yielding to pedestrians and snakes? I'm just curious, is that a picture of a snake? Are there rattlesnakes in Peak View Park? on Twitter Share I was looking at the pdf map for Peak View Park and noticed something unique in the "yield triangle ". Since horses are not allowed, it shows pictures of bicycles yielding to pedestrians and snakes? I'm just curious, is that a picture of a snake? Are there rattlesnakes in Peak View Park? on Linkedin Email I was looking at the pdf map for Peak View Park and noticed something unique in the "yield triangle ". Since horses are not allowed, it shows pictures of bicycles yielding to pedestrians and snakes? I'm just curious, is that a picture of a snake? Are there rattlesnakes in Peak View Park? link

    I was looking at the pdf map for Peak View Park and noticed something unique in the "yield triangle ". Since horses are not allowed, it shows pictures of bicycles yielding to pedestrians and snakes? I'm just curious, is that a picture of a snake? Are there rattlesnakes in Peak View Park?

    Levi asked 8 months ago

    Hi there,

    There have not been any specific snake sightings in Peak View Park, that said, open space areas are snake habitat across the City of Lakewood and residents should be on the lookout for snakes while using trails.

  • Share We love the park. Today was our second time walking and running the trails. This morning at 6:00 there was a van in the parking lot that appeared to have been there all night with blankets over the open windows. It had a strange looking California paper license plate. And there was a person in a sleeping bag under a bench at the West Over Look. Who do we contact to keep our parks from being a campground for the homeless population? on Facebook Share We love the park. Today was our second time walking and running the trails. This morning at 6:00 there was a van in the parking lot that appeared to have been there all night with blankets over the open windows. It had a strange looking California paper license plate. And there was a person in a sleeping bag under a bench at the West Over Look. Who do we contact to keep our parks from being a campground for the homeless population? on Twitter Share We love the park. Today was our second time walking and running the trails. This morning at 6:00 there was a van in the parking lot that appeared to have been there all night with blankets over the open windows. It had a strange looking California paper license plate. And there was a person in a sleeping bag under a bench at the West Over Look. Who do we contact to keep our parks from being a campground for the homeless population? on Linkedin Email We love the park. Today was our second time walking and running the trails. This morning at 6:00 there was a van in the parking lot that appeared to have been there all night with blankets over the open windows. It had a strange looking California paper license plate. And there was a person in a sleeping bag under a bench at the West Over Look. Who do we contact to keep our parks from being a campground for the homeless population? link

    We love the park. Today was our second time walking and running the trails. This morning at 6:00 there was a van in the parking lot that appeared to have been there all night with blankets over the open windows. It had a strange looking California paper license plate. And there was a person in a sleeping bag under a bench at the West Over Look. Who do we contact to keep our parks from being a campground for the homeless population?

    Larrygreen asked 10 months ago

    Thank you for this information, we are aware of the camping that occurred over the weekend. The city's Community Action Team has been notified and will be making regular visits to the park. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any concerns. 

  • Share Any plans on building a new skateboard plaza? on Facebook Share Any plans on building a new skateboard plaza? on Twitter Share Any plans on building a new skateboard plaza? on Linkedin Email Any plans on building a new skateboard plaza? link

    Any plans on building a new skateboard plaza?

    Charley Davidson asked 10 months ago

    Hi there,

    Peak View Park is intended to be an open space park with passive uses. There are no plans for a skatepark in this location at this time, although the city will collect resident feedback on any new amenities for the park after the intersection at Morrison Road and Wadsworth Blvd. is complete. Subscribe to this page for updates. 


  • Share What is the total length of the concrete, soft-surface, and natural trails? on Facebook Share What is the total length of the concrete, soft-surface, and natural trails? on Twitter Share What is the total length of the concrete, soft-surface, and natural trails? on Linkedin Email What is the total length of the concrete, soft-surface, and natural trails? link

    What is the total length of the concrete, soft-surface, and natural trails?

    mreric asked about 1 year ago

    Hi There,

    The Entire Outer Loop (concrete + soft surface trails) w/ overlooks = 8585’ (1.63-mi). 

    Thanks for your question!

  • Share Can people with walkers or wheelchairs have easy way to get to the dog part also please. Thank you on Facebook Share Can people with walkers or wheelchairs have easy way to get to the dog part also please. Thank you on Twitter Share Can people with walkers or wheelchairs have easy way to get to the dog part also please. Thank you on Linkedin Email Can people with walkers or wheelchairs have easy way to get to the dog part also please. Thank you link

    Can people with walkers or wheelchairs have easy way to get to the dog part also please. Thank you

    Linda Montoya asked over 1 year ago

    Hi there,

    We are working carefully with grades on the concrete trail loop to provide access. There are currently no plans for a dog off leash area at Peak View Park. We are working on a community dog park at Wadsworth and the Bear Creek Greenbelt. This park will be accessible from the parking lot and new trailhead.  Learn more at LakewoodTogether.org/BearCreekDogPark! 

  • Share Can you provide a link to the official plans that have been approved? I see the link for the conceptual plans from january, but it would be nice to see the official construction drawings. on Facebook Share Can you provide a link to the official plans that have been approved? I see the link for the conceptual plans from january, but it would be nice to see the official construction drawings. on Twitter Share Can you provide a link to the official plans that have been approved? I see the link for the conceptual plans from january, but it would be nice to see the official construction drawings. on Linkedin Email Can you provide a link to the official plans that have been approved? I see the link for the conceptual plans from january, but it would be nice to see the official construction drawings. link

    Can you provide a link to the official plans that have been approved? I see the link for the conceptual plans from january, but it would be nice to see the official construction drawings.

    DannyMal asked over 1 year ago

    Hi there,

    I've uploaded a page from the phase one construction set that you may see greater details. You can find it here and under documents on the right hand side of the page. 


  • Share Hi there, my name is Rahman Minhas and I have lived in the area for most of my life. I remember walking through this area as a kid during the summer always wondering why I couldn’t go in. Needless to say I am happy about plans to open it to the public. As a chapter leader of the Colorado Native Plant Society, I have a concerted interest in the development of the park and restoration/preservation of native plant communities on the site. Has the trail and parking lot development areas been evaluated for potential habitat of desirable species? Has a plant inventory been performed? Is there plans to restore native vegetation within the park to preserve the natural legacy of the foothills/prairie ecosystems? CoNPS has various committees including the restoration committee, and field studies committee that have performed certain services with public land developments and have several resources for information on native species and ecosystems. Thank you. on Facebook Share Hi there, my name is Rahman Minhas and I have lived in the area for most of my life. I remember walking through this area as a kid during the summer always wondering why I couldn’t go in. Needless to say I am happy about plans to open it to the public. As a chapter leader of the Colorado Native Plant Society, I have a concerted interest in the development of the park and restoration/preservation of native plant communities on the site. Has the trail and parking lot development areas been evaluated for potential habitat of desirable species? Has a plant inventory been performed? Is there plans to restore native vegetation within the park to preserve the natural legacy of the foothills/prairie ecosystems? CoNPS has various committees including the restoration committee, and field studies committee that have performed certain services with public land developments and have several resources for information on native species and ecosystems. Thank you. on Twitter Share Hi there, my name is Rahman Minhas and I have lived in the area for most of my life. I remember walking through this area as a kid during the summer always wondering why I couldn’t go in. Needless to say I am happy about plans to open it to the public. As a chapter leader of the Colorado Native Plant Society, I have a concerted interest in the development of the park and restoration/preservation of native plant communities on the site. Has the trail and parking lot development areas been evaluated for potential habitat of desirable species? Has a plant inventory been performed? Is there plans to restore native vegetation within the park to preserve the natural legacy of the foothills/prairie ecosystems? CoNPS has various committees including the restoration committee, and field studies committee that have performed certain services with public land developments and have several resources for information on native species and ecosystems. Thank you. on Linkedin Email Hi there, my name is Rahman Minhas and I have lived in the area for most of my life. I remember walking through this area as a kid during the summer always wondering why I couldn’t go in. Needless to say I am happy about plans to open it to the public. As a chapter leader of the Colorado Native Plant Society, I have a concerted interest in the development of the park and restoration/preservation of native plant communities on the site. Has the trail and parking lot development areas been evaluated for potential habitat of desirable species? Has a plant inventory been performed? Is there plans to restore native vegetation within the park to preserve the natural legacy of the foothills/prairie ecosystems? CoNPS has various committees including the restoration committee, and field studies committee that have performed certain services with public land developments and have several resources for information on native species and ecosystems. Thank you. link

    Hi there, my name is Rahman Minhas and I have lived in the area for most of my life. I remember walking through this area as a kid during the summer always wondering why I couldn’t go in. Needless to say I am happy about plans to open it to the public. As a chapter leader of the Colorado Native Plant Society, I have a concerted interest in the development of the park and restoration/preservation of native plant communities on the site. Has the trail and parking lot development areas been evaluated for potential habitat of desirable species? Has a plant inventory been performed? Is there plans to restore native vegetation within the park to preserve the natural legacy of the foothills/prairie ecosystems? CoNPS has various committees including the restoration committee, and field studies committee that have performed certain services with public land developments and have several resources for information on native species and ecosystems. Thank you.

    Metro-Denver CoNPS asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi there!

    The project team is interested in this resource! Could I ask you to email the project manager directly so that he can talk through with you in greater detail? Please email John Paliga at johpal@lakewood.org . Thanks again

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