By Trish Ingels
Clients ask me constantly where to take their pets once they've settled into the neighborhood. Broadmoor sits right at the edge of some of the best trail access in Colorado Springs, with a resort that treats pets almost as well as it treats guests.
I've walked these same paths with my own dog enough times to know which spots actually deliver. Here's where I send people first.
Key Takeaways
- Resort program: The Broadmoor runs its own pet amenities through the Pitty Pat Club.
- Trail access: North Cheyenne Cañon Park allows leashed dogs on its full trail system.
- Nearby open space: Stratton Open Space adds 6.2 miles of additional leashed-dog trails.
- State park option: Cheyenne Mountain State Park permits dogs on select designated trails.
The Broadmoor's Own Pet Program
The Broadmoor resort runs a pet program built around what it calls the Pitty Pat Club, named after founder Spencer Penrose's own poodle, and it includes special bedding, food bowls, and a dedicated pet menu available through room service. Designated pet stations sit across the Northeastmoor, Southeastmoor, and West lawns, marked on the resort's own pet map for anyone walking a dog through the property.
What the Resort Actually Offers
- In-room amenities: Special bedding and food bowls come standard for pets staying on the property.
- Room service menu: A dedicated pet menu is available to order through room service.
- Lawn stations: Marked pet stations sit across several of the resort's lawns.
That level of pet-specific detail is unusual for a resort of this size, and it sets a tone for how seriously the whole neighborhood treats pets. A dog staying or visiting here gets treated as a genuine guest rather than an afterthought.
North Cheyenne Cañon Park's Full Trail System
North Cheyenne Cañon Park spans 1,600 acres on the southwest side of Colorado Springs, with dogs permitted throughout the park's trail system as long as they stay leashed. Trails here range from the roughly one-mile Mt. Cutler route to the nearly seven-mile Daniels Pass system, giving a dog owner options for both a short walk and a longer outing.
What the Park Covers
- Trail variety: Routes range from under a mile to nearly seven miles across the park.
- Water features: Helen Hunt Falls and North Cheyenne Creek add scenery along several routes.
- Wildlife presence: Mule deer and various bird species are common sights along the trails.
A leash requirement here protects both visitors and the resident wildlife, so it's worth keeping one on hand regardless of how well-behaved a dog usually is. That mix of terrain and scenery makes this park a natural first stop for anyone new to the area.
Stratton Open Space as a Quieter Alternative
Stratton Open Space sits adjacent to North Cheyenne Cañon Park, adding 318 acres and about 6.2 miles of trail across eight distinct routes, most rated easy to moderate. Access points include a trailhead on Ridgeway Avenue near West Cheyenne Boulevard, putting it within easy reach of most Broadmoor addresses.
Why This Spot Is Worth a Visit
- Trail length: Just over six miles of trail spread across eight separate routes.
- Leash rule: Dogs must stay leashed throughout the park, with no off-leash sections.
- Extended hours: The park stays open until 10 p.m. from April through October.
Those longer evening hours in warmer months make this a realistic option for an after-work walk rather than just a weekend destination. The shorter, easier routes here suit an older dog or a shorter attention span better than some of the longer trails nearby.
Cheyenne Mountain State Park's Designated Dog Trails
Cheyenne Mountain State Park covers 2,701 acres and offers more than 27 miles of trail overall, though leashed dogs are welcomed on only about 2 miles of that total. Acorn Alley, Bobcat Way, Raccoon Ridge, and part of Soaring Kestrel make up the specific routes open to pets.
What to Know Before Visiting
- Limited access: Dogs are restricted to a small portion of the park's total trail mileage.
- Strict leash rule: A six-foot or shorter handheld leash is required on every designated route.
- Terrain variety: The park's "plains to peaks" landscape shifts from grassland to forest along the way.
A quick check on which specific trails allow dogs before arriving saves a wasted trip to a section that turns visitors away at the gate. That handful of designated routes still covers a meaningful stretch of varied terrain despite the limited overall mileage.
A Weekly Routine Built Around These Options
A dog owner in Broadmoor can realistically rotate between four genuinely different settings without ever driving far from home, from a resort lawn to a full mountain trail system. That variety keeps a walking routine from feeling repetitive across the course of a normal week.
How to Rotate Between Them
- Quick outings: The Broadmoor's own lawns work well for a short walk between errands.
- Midweek trails: Stratton Open Space suits a shorter evening walk during the work week.
- Weekend adventures: North Cheyenne Cañon or Cheyenne Mountain State Park fit a longer weekend outing.
That kind of rotation covers nearly every mood and energy level a dog might have across a typical week. A tight radius around the neighborhood itself rarely leaves an owner short on options.
FAQs
What are the best pet-friendly activities Broadmoor CO has within walking distance?
The Broadmoor resort's own lawns and pet stations offer the closest option, with North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Stratton Open Space both a short drive away. Between those three, most dog owners rarely need to travel far for a solid walk.
Are dogs allowed off-leash anywhere near Broadmoor?
No, every trail system covered here, from Stratton Open Space to Cheyenne Mountain State Park, requires dogs to stay leashed at all times. Cheyenne Mountain State Park specifically requires a six-foot or shorter handheld leash on its designated dog trails.
Which trail system is best for a longer hike with a dog?
North Cheyenne Cañon Park offers the most trail variety, with routes stretching from about one mile to nearly seven miles across the park. Cheyenne Mountain State Park's designated dog trails add another option, though limited to about two miles of the park's much larger total mileage.
Reach Out to Trish Ingels Today
I spend a good part of most weeks walking these same trails with my own dog, and it's one of my favorite parts of showing homes in this neighborhood. A property's distance from Stratton Open Space or North Cheyenne Cañon genuinely changes what daily life looks like for a pet owner, and it's worth weighing the same way a commute or a yard size would be.
Reach out to me, Trish Ingels, and I'll help you find a home that puts you close to whichever of these trail systems matters most to your own routine. I know these paths well enough to help you picture exactly what a typical week would look like from a specific address.
Reach out to me, Trish Ingels, and I'll help you find a home that puts you close to whichever of these trail systems matters most to your own routine. I know these paths well enough to help you picture exactly what a typical week would look like from a specific address.
