The Peoples' Crossing Trailhead
The Peoples' Crossing Trailhead provides access to the network of Red Rocks Trails. These trails climb up into ochre-colored sandstone spires and formations. From the summit, you'll have a beautiful view of the city of Boulder below.
Previously named Settler's Park, the new name for the trailhead was developed by representatives from federally recognized American Indian Tribes. This new name is the result of community members who created Boulder’s Indigenous Peoples Day Resolution and guidance American Indian Tribal Nation representatives.
The Peoples’ Crossing Park holds deep historical value, with the area believed to be where Hinono’ei neecee (Arapaho) and other indigenous peoples once traversed the landscape. By renaming the park to honor the rich history of the land, Boulder acknowledges the importance of the indigenous communities and their connection to the area.
One of the highlights of The Peoples’ Crossing Park is the extensive network of trails that wind through its picturesque landscape. The park’s trailhead provides access to the Red Rocks Trails, leading visitors on a journey through ochre-colored sandstone spires and formations. Hikers, mountain bikers, trail runners, and snowshoers can all find a variety of trails catering to their preferred outdoor activities.
Hours The trailhead is open from 5 am to 11 pm daily.
Restrooms None (A set of multiple restrooms located approximately 0.25 miles south in Eben G. Fine Park).
Picnic Facilities Three picnic tables and two trash cans at trailhead.
Transportation West end of Pearl Street at its junction with Canyon Boulevard.
Bus Connections The 205 and N bus lines both stop on Canyon right before the junction with Pearl, walk about one block west to trailhead.
Parking There are 26 standard parking spaces and one ADA space.
Accessibility This area is identified as being mobility-friendly. See the Visitors Experiencing Disabilities Page for trail details.
Bike Regulations Bicycles are not allowed on the Red Rocks area trails.
Dog Regulations The People's Crossing Area Dog Regulations Map
Learn about bringing your dog to OSMP. Dogs must be on a hand-held leash at all times unless they meet the voice and sight control standard and display a City of Boulder Voice and Sight tag. Dog excrement removal is required by law. A dog station is available to aid in the collection of dog excrement.
Wildlife Black bears, mountain lions and mule deer inhabit this area.