Sawhill Ponds Trailhead — Attraction in Gunbarrel

A wonderful area for birders and walkers/hikers who prefer a flatter trail. Depending on season, good viewing for waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, songbirds. Great Osprey return to nest on platforms around March/April. Blue Herons return to their rookery area between Feb - late spring.

Sometimes owls can be viewed on full moon nights in winter. (Note: adjoining property Walden ponds closes at dusk but Sawhill Ponds is open later.)

Note: Some of the back, swampy sections can be buggy...

Sawhill ponds is one of the most picturesque and pleasant walks. You have choices to do a big loop or smaller Loop and the bird life is plentiful. You will see a lot of birdwatchers. I've seen a great horned owl flying with a snake dangling from its talons. I've seen herons a variety of hawks and ducks. It's one pawned after another. Dogs must...

Great place and really enjoyed walking dogs here. The Boulder Open Space webpage is confusing though. It seems to imply that dogs are allowed off leash with tag but goes on to say must be leashed west of main parking lot. Be advised, all dogs must be leashed on whole trail. Bit of a dissapointment but understandable. Just wish webpage...