Josephine Jones Natural Area

a paved trail along a naturl area

 

 

Josephine B Jones is one of several properties co-managed by the Parks and Natural Areas & Trails divisions. This place has something for everyone. Kids can enjoy the newly updated playground while parents stroll nearby trails or take a break on the nearby benches. The 1.8 miles of soft-surface trails meander through natural vegetation and around a small pond. Fishing is permitted on the pond, but boats are prohibited. Closure and alert information can be found on COTREX.

Hours: Open 365 days, from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset.

Directions: 2631 52nd Avenue Court, Greeley

Parking: There is a small, dirt parking lot at the intersection of 56th Ave and 27th St. Do not block the private driveway. On-street parking is available on 26th St., an entrance to the natural area side of the property. 

Features/amenities: 
  • Parking
  • Restroom
  • Trash can
  • Benches and seating
  • Playground- new playground including shade sails installed Spring 2024
  • Public art
  • Picnic Table
  • No drinking water
Allowed activities:
  • Fishing
  • Walking
  • Bicycling
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Leashed dog

Dogs must always be leashed in Greeley’s natural areas and on trails. This is for the safety of your dog, trail users and wildlife.

Prohibited activities: 
  • Fires
  • Camping
  • Hunting
  • Riding horses
  • Motorized vehicles
  • Swimming and wading
  • Ice fishing
  • Ice skating
  • Boating
Difficulty: Trails are soft surfaces and flat, but the natural area is over a mile-long trek to the playground. 

 

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