# 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](https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-parks-and-recreation/parks/mountain-parks/genesee-mountain-park.html)

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Source: https://isopark.jeffanders.co/park/denver-mountain-genesee-park

![3D model of Genesee Park](https://isopark.jeffanders.co/heroes/denver-mountain-genesee-park-1200.webp)

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