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Dillon Nature Preserve


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Dillon Nature Preserve

The Dillon Nature Preserve (DNP) is located just off the Summit County Rec Path between Dillon and Swan Mountain Rd. Free parking is available in a lot off US Highway 6. The DNP provides access on a gravel road to end of the Roberts Tunnel peninsula on Lake Dillon Reservoir. There are multiple trail options from the gravel road.

Year-round use includes hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. The Meadow Trail and the Ridge Trail Loop are trail options in addition to the gravel road. Bikes are not allowed. Many users take fishing gear or dogs for a side-romp in Lake Dillon. For more info, see https://www.townofdillon.com/parks-rec/nature-preserve

There is no specific street address, but the main entrance/trailhead has a gate and a bicycle rack.  Free parking is located just off US Highway 6 as it passes the lake traveling towards Keystone. The lot is on the west side of Highway 6 across from the historic Dillon Cemetery and west of the Summerwood Subdivision.

The  Meadow Loop and Ridge Trails provide 3.2 miles of easy snowshoeing or hiking, with 475' gain. There is a short steep incline, a saunter through the woods, and views from cliffs to Lake Dillon and Tenmile and Gore Ranges.

  • Suitable Activities: Family, Hiking, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing
  • Seasons: Year-round
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Land Manager: Town of Dillon
  • Parking Permit Required: Other
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 16
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 16
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