Fishers Canyon Open Space

Overview

Join the community as we engage in a public planning process to imagine the future of Fishers Canyon Open Space located in southwest Colorado Springs. This planning process seeks to develop a set of recommendations that reflects the vision of the community while simultaneously considering opportunities for outdoor recreation, access, safety, watershed and wildlife habitat protection, restoration, and trail connectivity.  

Trail Alternatives

Planners have developed two Trail Alternatives based upon community feedback and the sustainable trails framework. Physically challenging trails, accessible trails, the Chamberlain Trail, potential connections to Cheyenne Mountain State Park, picnic areas and access to rock climbing are opportunities identified on the two alternatives. 

• Trails alternative 1
• Trails alternative 2

Parking Alternatives

Planners have developed two Parking Alternatives based upon community and neighborhood feedback, sustainable planning and scientific site surveys. The two alternatives show potential locations and a range in the number of parking spaces.

• Trailhead Parking alternative 1
• Trailhead Parking alternative 2

Community Survey #3

The third community survey is now open through Sunday, Dec. 15^th.  Through the link below you will be able to see a video presentation from the second public meeting on November 19^th, the trails and trailhead parking alternatives, as well as the survey. Thank you for providing your feedback.

Take the Survey

Get Involved 

Join us for our upcoming meetings for an opportunity to share your thoughts, ask questions and collaborate with project managers, residents and stakeholders. Your input is invaluable as we stive to create a plan that balances recreation and conservation in Fishers Canyon.

Open House:

• Date: Wednesday, Jan. 22 
• Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 
• Location: Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School (1200 W. Cheyenne Road)

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the City of Colorado Springs will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Should you require an auxiliary aid and/or service to participate in an upcoming meeting, please submit your request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Residents may submit requests for accommodations by emailing cassie.melvin@coloradosprings.gov or calling the Communications Office at 719-385-5447. Dial 711 or 800-659-3656 for Relay Colorado. 

Visit the Public Engagement Tab to catch up on all the engagement to date including meeting summaries, presentations, and more