Boulder County actively works to conserve natural, cultural and agricultural resources and provide public uses that reflect sound resource management and community values.
Acres of Open Space
| Land Type | Acres |
|---|---|
| County Open Space Land that is publicly owned, leased, or allows access |
65,316 |
| Protected Private Land Land that is privately owned but protected under conservation easements |
39,023 |
| Total | 104,339 |
Is Open Space Really Open?
Of the 65,316 acres of publicly owned and leased land:
- 60.7% (39,632 acres) is open to the public
- Some of that land has on-trail-only restrictions for agricultural operations (5,169 acres) and closures for sensitive wildlife or vegetation habitat
- 30.5% (19,904 acres) is agricultural land that is closed to the public
- These lands are leased to local farmers and ranchers and are used to promote sustainable agriculture. When you add the 19,904 acres and the 5,169 acres that have on-trail-only restrictions, there are approximately 25,000 acres of open space dedicated to agriculture. Learn more about Agriculture on Open Space.
- 8.8% (5,780 acres) is closed for other reasons
- These areas are closed for public safety, wildlife/vegetation concerns, contract requirements, or because it is still under evaluation for potential public use.