Wheat_Ridge_Clear_Creek_Trail_Map.pdf

This is a project description and planning document for the Wheat Ridge Clear Creek Trail, involving multiple jurisdictional entities across Colorado including four counties, eleven cities and towns, three recreational districts, and a state wildlife area. The project addresses wayfinding signage and trail identification guidelines for a concrete trail that extends from the west side of Golden in Jefferson County to the South Platte River Trail in Adams County. The trail currently operates under various names depending on jurisdiction: Clear Creek Trail in Adams County, Golden, and Denver; Clear Creek County Greenway in Clear Creek County; Clear Creek Canyon Trail in Jefferson County; and Wheat Ridge Greenbelt in Wheat Ridge. The initiative aims to establish unified signage, branding, and wayfinding solutions to create a cohesive trail identity and improve continuity, particularly in sections where the trail transitions between on-street and off-street segments or appears discontinuous due to inadequate signage.

The project represents the culmination of a multi-year planning process involving multiple jurisdictional stakeholders and consultant teams. Upon full buildout, the Clear Creek Trail will integrate into a comprehensive trail system spanning from Glenwood Springs to Denver International Airport. The document serves as a foundational planning resource that establishes guidelines for wayfinding signage implementation across all participating jurisdictions and agencies, ensuring consistent branding, navigation, and user experience throughout the trail corridor.