Sterns Lake – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Holy Family High School

United States

Colorado

Broomfield County

Sterns Lake – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Holy Family High School

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Sterns Lake – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Holy Family High School

02:55

51.6km

420m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.5 km for 73 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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7.25 km

Sterns Lake

Highlight • Lake

Sterns Lake is a small lake in the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm which is well-known for the birding opportunities (especially the Bald Eagles in the winter) and …

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7.80 km

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

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This area provides a tranquil atmosphere in the midst of the city, featuring several bodies of water and creeks. With stunning views of the Front Range, it's a place to …

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7.93 km

Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area

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After losing their nest to a lightning strike in August, it was unclear which location the eagles would choose for their to new nest. With limited suitable nesting trees in …

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20.4 km

Harper Lake

Lake

21.8 km

Davidson Mesa

Nature Reserve

23.5 km

Davidson Mesa Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this overlook, which has a bike repair station if needed, you get fantastic, sweeping views of the Flatirons and the town of Boulder.

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31.8 km

Meadowlark Trail

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The Meadowlark Trail forms the eastern leg of the famous Dirty Bismark loop. The views over the adjoining open spaces are a delight and the easy grade is inviting to riders of all levels.

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33.0 km

View to Davidson Mesa Open Space

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The views from here are amazing. It shows just how wide and open Davidson Mesa Open Space is. It's a great place to stop for a pause.

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38.1 km

Frank Varra Pond

Highlight • Lake

Frank Varra Park has a small pond and patches of trees over rolling green grass. Rock Creek flows through the park and Rock Creek Trail offers riders views of it all.

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40.5 km

Cradleboard Trail is a short trail in Carolyn Holmberg Preserve in western Broomfield. It leads from the parking lot at South Brainard Drive to Stearns Lake and is a nice trail to view wildlife like prairie dogs and eagles.

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