Lair O’the Bear Park
Aliases: Idledale, Little Park, Lair o' the Bear Park
Just above the little town of Idledale along the gorgeous Bear Creek Canyon, Lair O’the Bear Park has some high-quality riparian habitat along Bear Creek, as well as more typical foothill habitats. The creek itself is among the best places anywhere to see American Dipper, where one is almost always around any time of year. Willows nearby host MacGillivray’s Warbler during the summer months, with the the taller trees also having Yellow-breasted Chat. Both Lazuli and Indigo Buntings have been seen here, along with hybrids. Migrants should be looked for in season, and with the quality of habitat here, you never know what could show up! This park is very popular, so be sure to arrive early.
County: Jefferson
Directions: From C-470: exit at CO 8/Morrison Rd. and go west through the town of Morrison. At the west end of Morrison, continue straight on CO 74 through the town of Idledale. The parking lot will be on the south side.
Dates of Access: Open year round
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Ownership: Municipal
Admission: Free
Restrictions: Obey local rules and regulations
Parking: Gravel parking areas
Lodging: Hotels in Morrison and Littleton, camping at Bear Creek Lake Park
Handicapped Access: Limited
Latitude: 39.667623
Longitude: -105.257499
Amenities
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Drinking Fountain | No |
| Gravel Trails | Yes |
| Paved Trails | No |
| Platform/Blind | No |
| Boardwalk | No |
| Concession | No |
| Visitor Center | No |
| Gift Shop | No |
| Primitive | No |
| Camping | No |
| Picnic | Yes |
| Hunting | No |
| Fishing | Yes |