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No, the Sand Creek Trail gives you a glimpse of the backbone of industrial America. It's not always pretty, but it's always fascinating.
Now don't get me wrong; I've seen as much wildlife on this trail as any. Take a look at the picture entitled "Industrial strength deer" in this picture carousel (7th picture over) and it's clear that the animals aren't afraid to wander these byways. Nature coexists with the factories and neighborhoods. So in my mind, you'll see a mixture of both worlds on the Sand Creek Trail.
To find the trail, it's best to start on the Platte River Trail going north from Denver. As you are going north on the Platte River Trail, you'll come to the Sand Creek Trail, on your right (east), just before you cross Clear Creek and come to the Clear Creek Trail intersection. I have been told that you can make a large loop by connecting the Platte River Trail with the Sand Creek Trail and the Cherry Creek trail. I have never tried it, so I can't say for sure. It sounds like something to put on the summer agenda.
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Sand Creek Trail, Denver, Colorado
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Sand Creek Trail, Platte River Trail, and Clear Creek Trail are three great Colorado trails that intersect near here.
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Sand Creek Trail provides educational signs along the trail.
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Sand Creek Trail is an educational trail as well as an exercise trail.
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Sand Creek Trail passes through an industrial landscape.
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Deer frolic along the fringes of Sand Creek Trail despite the industrial nature of the countryside.
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Sand Creek Trail provides lodging possibilities for overnight bike trail users.
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Sand Creek Trail wanders along a reshaped waterway for most of its path.
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This sign explains the history of Sand Creek Trail.
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Sand Creek Trail is a mix of urban trail and rural trail.
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Sand Creek Trail photo.
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Sand Creek Trail outdoor classroom near Wildlife Refuge.
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Image Date: May 26, 2008 2:29:27 PM
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