This project includes development of a multi-use connector trail by the City of Longmont and partners (Weld County, Town of Mead, and Town of Firestone). The trail will travel along Weld County Road (WCR) 26, east from Union Reservoir to WCR 7, before continuing south/southwest into St. Vrain State Park (SVSP), and ultimately north along WCR 7 to the Town of Mead. The trail will ultimately provide a connection to the St. Vrain Greenway through SVSP and to the future Union Reservoir trail to the west, Mead High School, and other nearby activity centers in the corridor.
This trail is being designed as part of the Southwest Weld County Trail Alignment Study, which kicked off in late 2023 with Weld County as the lead and the City of Longmont, Town of Mead, and Town of Firestone as partners. Trail construction from Union Reservoir east to WCR 7 will kick off in early 2026 with the City of Longmont as the lead. The project is partially funded by two Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) grants.
Additional details may be found on Weld County’s project webpage.
- Design Bid – Completed, late 2023
- Design – In progress, began January 2024
- Public Process – In progress, began January 2024
- Construction Bid – Upcoming, expected late 2025
- Construction – Upcoming, expected early 2026
