Where You'll Be:
Black Canyon Open Space is the newest open space in the City of Manitou Springs, located on the north side of town just west of Garden of the Gods Park. This roughly 35-acre property includes historic trail features such as a wagon turnaround and sensitive archaeological areas. It also offers phenomenal views that include Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods Park.
What You'll Do:
The open space master plan was finalized in February 2025, and work is needed before the area can safely open to the public. This project will use volunteer power to finish the development of about 2 miles of existing trails within the open space.
Work will include:
- Constructing small sections of trail to replace poorly aligned existing routes
- Clearing vegetation from the path
- Reconstructing drainages (small ditches that divert water) along sections of trail
Please bring your own lunch for the day.
Why it Matters:
This work moves Black Canyon Open Space closer to opening to the public and expands safe, sustainable recreation opportunities for the Manitou Springs community and visitors.
Eligibility Requirements:
Ages 16+
Physical Difficulty:
This project is considered easy to moderate; please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Physical activities may include moderate lifting and tool use, digging and shoveling, moving soil and rocks, repetitive bending and walking, and hiking short distances while carrying tools.
Access Factors:
Vehicle Access: 2WD accessible
Other Notes: Volunteers will hike approximately 0.25 miles from the parking area to the worksite. Porta-potties will be on site.
Join us in reducing our carbon footprint by carpooling! Click here to sign up for the carpool (please do this after registering for the project).
If you enjoy trail construction, you can view similar projects here.
