Red Rocks Park

Red Rocks Park is a mountain park in Jefferson County, Colorado, covering 266 hectares. Red sandstone walls rise from the ground and form natural arches, chambers, and open valleys that spread across the terrain.

The city of Denver acquired the land in 1928 and developed it into a public park during the 1930s. Workers from the New Deal laid paths and built facilities that remain in use today.

The Ute held ceremonies here and found shelter between the tall rock formations. Settlers later organized gatherings and events that took advantage of the natural surroundings.

Several hiking trails wind through the rock formations and offer views of the surrounding hills. Some sections are open to bikers and horseback riders, while others are only accessible on foot.

The red rocks create natural acoustics that amplify and distribute sound waves evenly. This quality made the area a popular site for outdoor musical performances.

Location: Jefferson County

Operator: City and County of Denver

Part of: Denver Mountain Parks

Website: https://denvergov.org/content/dam/denvergov/Portals/747/documents/ParkArt/RedRocks_ParkMap.pdf

GPS coordinates: 39.66139,-105.20806

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25