Walk @ Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

Let's walk in this beautiful refuge. We will meet inside the Visitors Center, giving everyone a chance to walk through it to learn some interesting Colorado History. We will start walking at 9:05 am.

There are 20 miles of hiking trails, and we will take off from the visitor center. Sorry, only service dogs are allowed due to all the wildlife.

Before or after we walk, I highly recommend taking the 11-mile Wildlife Drive auto tour. See below for details.

"Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge was established in 2004, in part, to protect our national symbol, the bald eagle. The land has a unique story - it has survived the test of time and transitioned from farmland to wartime manufacturing site, to wildlife sanctuary. It may be one of the finest conservation success stories and a place where wildlife thrives.

One of the best ways to experience this 15,000-acre Refuge is by taking the 11-mile Wildlife Drive auto tour in your vehicle. Listen to the podcast, which corresponds with each mile marker along the way to discover more about the Refuge and its wildlife. The Wildlife Drive takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete and is free.

#### Know Before You Go

• The Wildlife Drive is open to motorized vehicles; the speed limit is 30 mph.
• Follow the directional symbols. Park vehicles only in designated areas on the map.
• Stay on paved roads and observe all posted signs such as "Stay in Vehicle" or "Area Closed".
• Stay in your vehicle when the road becomes one-way only.
• Always stay at least 75 feet (23 meters) away from bison.
• Be sure to view the Wildlife Drive and Trails Map - English, Spanish for map and details."