New trail opens in area where first T-rex tooth was found in North America – in 1874
A new trail of major prehistoric significance has opened on Colorado’s Front Range and it’s sure to be a hit.
According to Jefferson County Parks and Open Space, the grand opening of aptly-named ‘T. Rex Tooth Trail’ took place on May 26: “History came alive at South Table Mountain Park,” read a release.
The Golden-area trail is particularly noteworthy as its name pays homage to how the South Table Mountain Park area is the first place a tyrannosaurus rex tooth was found in North America, in 1874.
“This new 1.5-mile natural surface trail connects with Fossil Trail, Old Quarry Trail, and Basalt Cap Loop to create a scenic 3-mile loop packed with prehistoric and historic significance,” reads the related release.
The historic significance comes in the form of how trailgoers can see the historic Colorado Amphitheater. It’s an educational experience, too, with interpretive signage providing insight regarding why the spot is so special.
Eager hikers should be warned – rattlesnakes are found in the area and sightings have been recently reported, so stay alert and stay on the trail. It’s also important that dogs stay on-leash.
The trail is located at South Table Mountain Park in the Golden area, which is known for its panoramic mesa top views.
Learn more about South Table Mountain Park here.
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