What to expect
- Denver’s largest Mountain Park
- A city-managed conservation bison herd
- Continental Divide-to-plains views from the summit
- Chief Hosa Campground, opened in 1918 as an early motor-camping site
Genesee Park
Denver’s largest mountain park combines a historic bison herd, foothills trails, and a summit panorama close to the city.
Why it belongs on your list
Denver acquired land at Genesee in 1912, helping launch its Mountain Parks system. Today the 2,413-acre park reaches an 8,284-foot summit, protects foothills habitat, and holds one of Denver’s two conservation bison herds. The herd was established here in 1914 from animals descended from some of North America’s last wild bison.
Wenxin’s planning notes
- Observe bison only from designated public areas and never approach or feed them.
- Check Denver Parks notices and weather before using trails or overlooks.
- Trails are shared and elevation can make conditions cooler and windier than Denver.
Verify before you go
Schedules, prices, parking, and entry policies can change. Confirm the latest details with the organizer.