High Line Canal Map + Guide
Explore the Canal with Confidence
Discover Our Region’s 71-Mile Linear Park
- 27 walkable, equestrian and bike-friendly segments
- Full 71-mile map (water- and tear-resistant)
- 27 detailed fold-out maps with route highlights and access points
- Navigational insights and notes
- Fun facts and historical tidbits
- Perfect guide size of 4.25″ x 7″
The new Guide to the High Line Canal, published by the High Line Canal Conservancy, is an indispensable tool for discovering the wonders of the historic trail. It breaks down the 71-mile linear park into 27 walkable, bike- and equestrian-friendly trail segments, beckoning adventures along every curve. The guide and map include navigational tips and highlights of the Canal’s history and natural wonders, highlighting access points, landmarks and connecting trails. View a few sample pages below.
Want to save some trees? Check out the digital map and guide.*
*Note: Updates are coming to the digital map and guide. Thank you for your patience during this update process.
Hours + Rules
Hours: Open year round, dawn to dusk, subject to modification by recreation agencies.
Uses: walking, nature viewing, bicycling, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking.
For more information on rules and amenities in the specific jurisdictional reaches, please visit the following:
- Denver Water Recreation
- Douglas County Parks, Trails and Building Grounds Division
- Metro District of Highlands Ranch Parks and Open Space
- South Suburban Parks and Recreation
- Greenwood Village Parks, Trails and Recreation Department
- Cherry Hills Village Parks, Trails and Recreation Department
- Denver Parks and Recreation Department
- Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department
Share the Trail
The Canal is a shared trail. Learn about proper trail etiquette and more on jurisdictional regulations along the Canal.
View and Download the High Line Canal Digital Maps
Southern Segments
Northern Segments
Free maps are available at the following locations*
* Call ahead of time to confirm maps are in stock.
Aurora
- Aurora Municipal Center – 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Aurora; (303) 739-7000
- Aurora Reservoir – 5800 S. Powhaton Rd., Aurora; (303) 326-8425
- Morrison Nature Center – 16002 E. Smith Rd., Aurora; (303) 326-8445
- Plains Conservation Center – 21901 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora; (303) 326-8380
- Senac Nature Center at Aurora Reservoir – 5800 S. Powhaton Rd., Aurora; (303) 326-8425
Arapahoe County
- All locations – (303) 795-4400
- Arapahoe County Administration Building – 5334 S. Prince Street, Littleton
- Lima Plaza – 6954 S. Lima Street, Centennial
- Arapahoe Plaza – 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton
- CentrePoint Plaza – 14980 E. Alameda Ave., Aurora
Centennial
- Civic Center – 13133 E. Arapahoe Road; (303) 325-8000
Cherry Hills Village
- Vestibule at City Hall – 2450 East Quincy Avenue; (303) 789-2541
Denver
- Eisenhower Park Recreation Center – 4300 Dartmouth Ave., Denver; (720) 865-0730
- Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center – 4890 Argonne Way, Denver; (720) 865-4370
- Councilwoman Kendra Black/District 4 – 3540 S. Poplar St., Ste. 100., Denver; (720) 337-4444
Greenwood Village
- City Hall – 6060 S Quebec St, Greenwood Village; (303) 773-0252
Highlands Ranch
- Metro District Office – 62 West Plaza Drive, Highlands Ranch; (303) 791-0430
- Metro District Park, Recreation and Open Space Office – 3280 Redstone Park Circle, Highlands Ranch; (303) 791-2710
Littleton/South Suburban Parks and Recreation
- Carson Nature and South Platte Park – 3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120; (303) 730-1022
- Douglas H. Buck Community Recreation Center – 2004 W Powers Ave, Littleton, CO 80120; (303) 797-8787
- Goodson Recreation Center – 6631 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121; (303) 798-2476 and other SSPR Recreation Centers
- Lone Tree Recreation Center – 10249 Ridgegate Cir, Lone Tree, CO 80124; (303) 708-3500
- South Suburban Sports Complex – 4810 E County Line Rd, Littleton, CO 80126; (303) 798-7515
