Red Rock Canyon Open Space
Red Rock Canyon Open Space (RRCOS) is one of RMFI's TOPS Stewardship Project Sites. The City open space has similar geology and natural features as its more famous and heavily-visited neighbor, the Garden of the Gods Park. With fewer out-of-town visitors than the Garden, RRCOS remains a favorite of local outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year. Situated at the foot of Ute Pass, its dramatic sedimentary rock formations and foothills vegetation frame great views of the Front Range rising to the west. A majority of trails on the property are designated multi-use including its connection with the regional Palmer Trail (also referred to as “Section 16”). Some areas are designated to accommodate special pursuits, including rock climbing and off-leash pet areas.
RMFI has been working in Red Rocks since 2015 to complete a wide variety of trail and restoration projects throughout the open space. Stewardship projects will continue under a renewed stewardship contract with the City of Colorado Springs.
NATIVE LANDS
We recognize the following nations, whose traditional territories we work on at Red Rock Canyon Open Space:
- Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute)
- Cheyenne
- Jicarilla Apache
WORK OBJECTIVES
RMFI will work in partnership with the City of Colorado Springs to complete repairs and improvements to existing designated trails in accordance with the park management plan.
PROJECT PARTNERS AND FUNDERS
- City of Colorado Springs
- Friends of Red Rock Canyon
- Manitou Trail CATS
