Genesee Park

Jefferson County, CO

The largest Denver mountain park, home to a bison herd since 1914.

• Size: 2,407 acres
• Kind: mountain park
• Opened: 1912
• Run by: Denver Parks & Recreation
• Ages 2 to 18+
• Scenery: Spectacular. Forest, sweeping mountain views and rugged terrain

Highlights

• Wildlife viewing: Bison herd by the overlook
• Scenic view: Buffalo Herd Overlook
• Picnic shelter: Shelter for up to 300
• Hiking trails: Beaver Brook Trail

What's here

• Restrooms
• Parking lot
• Street parking
• Picnic tables
• Grills & fire pits
• Cafe nearby
• Benches
• Accessible picnic area
• Bike path: On the Gennessee Bike Trail
• Mountain view: Faces west, good for sunsets
• Bridge
• Trails
• Paved paths
• Natural area

Getting there

26771 Genesee Lane, Jefferson County, CO 80401

Nearest transit: Genesee Park-n-Ride (bus) and El Rancho Park-n-Ride (bus)

Official page

Parks in Jefferson County · All Front Range parks · About the data