Waldon Ponds Wildlife Habitat Trail
Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat is a 102-acre Boulder County, Colorado park. It was reclaimed between 1974 and the 1990s from an open-pit gravel mine on the site, and is named after Walden "Wally" Toevs, the Boulder County Commissioner who spearheaded the plan to convert the gravel pits into a wildlife habitat. There are 3.5 miles of trail at Walden Ponds, including the Heatherwood Trail. Hikers will find several possible loops and routes at Walden, with the shortest being less than one mile. Our hike will be approximately 2.4 miles. We will begin at 9:00 AM from the Walden Toevs parking lot. It is the first parking lot on your right after turning onto Waldon Pond Road from Hwy 75. The trails are flat with virtually no elevation gain.
Description:
Our hike of the Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat will be a multi-loop trail on dirt of approximately 2.4 miles starting from the Walden Toevs parking area. The trail consist of flat dirt roads and a boardwalk through the marsh. The trail habitat offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels.
Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Trail Snapshot:
Trail features views of the ponds, marsh, wildlife and foothills
Trail location Walden Toevs Parking area
Roundtrip approximately 2.4 miles
Trail type flat dirt road that loops around the ponds
Duration approximately 1.5-2 hours
Directions:
The Walden Ponds Habitat is located on the west side of 75th Street between Valmont and Jay Road. The trailhead features picnic tables, group shelters, plus restrooms at Cottonwood Marsh and Wally Toevs Pond. From Hwy 75 turn west onto Waldon Pond Road. The turn-off from highway 75 onto Waldon Pond Road is marked with a sign for Waldon Ponds Wildlife Habitat. The Walden Toevs parking lot is the first parking lot on your right on Walden Pond Rd.
Carpooling:
There is parking and restrooms at the trailhead. There are no formal arrangements for carpooling. Check the registrant list for potential carpoolers.
Come Prepared:
Make sure to dress accordingly. It may be chilly and sunny. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water and wear sunscreen. The trail is flat and trekking poles are not necessary.
At anytime during the hike you may turn back. For safety purpose it is a requirement that if you wish to turn back you must tell one of the coordinators and have a buddy to accompany you. (never just leave the group).
Safety precaution:
Please keep your car doors locked and your car windows rolled up at all times while leaving your vehicle parked at trailheads. Also consider leaving important valuables at home or take them with you while visiting open space.
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This event is open to BNC Members & Prospective Members.
Your Hiking Coordinators: Tony Caver and Buzz Bainbridge
bnchiking@gmail.com
YOUR RSVP AND ATTENDANCE RELEASES ANY LIABILITY WITH THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS GROUP. This is a voluntary group, and as such, coordinators are not professional guides. When you participate in an event, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for your own personal safety. Please try to use common sense and know your physical limits. We want everyone to have a safe, enjoyable time.