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Sterns Lake – Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area loop from Broomfield High School

Sterns Lake – Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area loop from Broomfield High School

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Sterns Lake – Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area loop from Broomfield High School

00:38

10.9km

90m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.65 km

Ruth Roberts Connector Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This packed dirt multi-use path runs over the rolling hills of the Ruth Roberts Preserve, linking the Lake Link and Rock Creek Trails. From here, you get panoramic views of Colorado's Front Range.

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5.80 km

View of Standley Lake and the Front Range

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.02 km

Sterns Lake is a small lake in the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm which is well-known for the birding opportunities (especially the Bald Eagles in the winter) and accessible via gravel roads that are open for walkers, joggers, and bikers.

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6.48 km

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

Highlight • Trail

This area provides a tranquil atmosphere in the midst of the city, featuring several bodies of water and creeks. With stunning views of the Front Range, it's a place to keep an eye out for wildlife, given the variety that may inhabit the area.

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6.61 km

Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

After losing their nest to a lightning strike in August, it was unclear which location the eagles would choose for their to new nest. With limited suitable nesting trees in the area—including one along the trail near their previous nest—they have now settled in a tree here, near the southern end of S. 104th St.

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6.69 km

Stearns Lake

Highlight • Lake

As the biggest lake in Carolyn Holmberg Preserve, Stearns Lake is also the most popular one and can be reached via multiple parking lots and trails. The lake itself offers a tranquil environment with great views towards the mountains.

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6.86 km

Stearns Lake

Highlight • Lake

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7.79 km

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

Highlight • Natural

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10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.87 km

3.28 km

1.25 km

826 m

611 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.07 km

1.51 km

968 m

790 m

503 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,660 m)

Lowest point (1,590 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 1 September

29°C

15°C

33 %

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Sterns Lake – Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area loop from Broomfield High School

Ruth Roberts Connector Trail

View of Standley Lake and the Front Range

Sterns Lake

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

Bald Eagle Nest Viewing Area

Stearns Lake

Stearns Lake

Carolyn Holmberg Preserve at Rock Creek Farm

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