Genesee Park
Only 20 miles west of Denver on I-70 is the little Bison filled gem of a spot called Genesee Park. If you’ve travelled the area, you’ve no doubt seen the land and the “Wildlife Viewing” signs but had no idea what they were referencing. Not only are there amazing views of the mountains but there’s plenty of large beautiful pines, an Elk herd, and more importantly, a Bison herd. If you’re lucky, you can walk the trail either north or south of the Highway and you’ll run into these amazing creatures that are from Yellowstone way back in 1914. Don’t worry, there is indeed a fence between the path and the lumbering giants.
It’s a surprisingly massive park that is part of the Denver Mountain Parks System and it contains two mountains: Genesee Mountain (8,284 feet) and Bald Mountain (7,988 feet). There are plenty of trails, picnic areas, volleyball courts, horseshoes, and even a softball field. If you live in the Denver area, check this place out! If you’re just passing through while on your way to the American Southwest, see the bison, enjoy the views, and have a picnic.
