Westminster Hills Open Space
Dog Off-Leash Natural Area
The Guardians are a Grassroots Pack of Pawsome People
We are actively working with the City of Westminster's Parks, Recreation & Libraries and the community to
- preserve all 470 acres of off-leash access
- protect Open Space natural environment
- promote responsible dog ownership & safety
Like you, we love the wide open space, mountain vistas and multitude of trails begging all of us to roam free.
Our work with park management is ongoing. Please lend your time and talent to our cause. Volunteer for Committees and Events. Become part of the solution!
VOLUNTEER with the Guardians
Story in Westminster Window
The Guardians asked City Council to reroute one mile of the Greenway Trail around the perimeter of the Westminster Hills Open Space to protect the area from possible soil contamination from traffic traveling east from the former Rocky Flats nuclear weapons plant, over the Indiana Street Bridge, into the park.
In addition to community safety, rerouting the trail would reduce user conflicts between the two main user groups: pedestrians with off-leash dogs and cyclists.
Environmental Overview of WHOS
The Guardians are just as passionate about sustainability and responsible land management as we are about our four-legged friends! We feel strongly that we have a duty to preserve this treasured resource for generations to come. Learn more about this short grass prairie, including vegetation, wildlife, potential threats and more.
Going Forward Our Message to
City Leaders Remains True
In 2024, Westy Dog Park Guardians presented 50 pages of research and recommendations to Westminster City Council. It includes:
- Impact to the community
- Mental and physical health benefits
- Analysis of City survey findings
- Environmental assessment and solutions
- Year-over-year plan for long-term park health
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Unleash the Energy
"A tired pup is a good pup."
— Shari, Mom to Maggie 🐾
Uniquely Westy
"It's a unique gathering place where you not only run into neighbors but also new faces from the community with whom you immediately have something in common."
— Kim, Mom of Bristol & Isla 🐾
Wag More, Bark Less
"We want Westminster Hills to be beautiful for years to come. We want to be part of the solution."
— Andrew, Dad of Greta 🐾