Discover the Wonders of Mount Goliath Natural Area & Dos Chappell Nature Center

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car in Eastern Plains, begin your journey by heading west on US-34 W from your location. Continue on US-34 W for about 20 miles until you reach I-25 N. Merge onto I-25 N and drive for approximately 30 miles. Take exit 217B to merge onto US-36 W toward Boulder. Follow US-36 W for about 12 miles, then take the exit for CO-93 S toward Golden. Continue on CO-93 S for 10 miles, then take the exit to merge onto I-70 W. After 12 miles, take exit 252 for CO-119 toward Black Hawk. Continue on CO-119 for about 12 miles. Turn left onto Mount Blue Sky Rd, and follow the signs to Mount Goliath Natural Area & Dos Chappell Nature Center. There is no parking fee, but check for any seasonal road conditions or closures.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, start by taking a bus from your location in Eastern Plains to Denver. Once you arrive at Union Station in Denver, transfer to the RTD Flatiron Flyer (FF1) towards Boulder. Get off at the 28th Street & Canyon Blvd stop in Boulder. From there, you will need to arrange for a rideshare service or taxi to take you to Mount Goliath Natural Area & Dos Chappell Nature Center, as public transit options do not directly service the area. The rideshare fare may vary but expect to pay approximately $30-$50 depending on traffic and distance.