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Homestead Conservation & Public Recreation Parcels
The conservation of these land parcels was the culmination of a year-long project led by Eagle County and Eagle Valley Land Trust to save land for our community and provide front door access points from local neighborhoods to the great outdoors. This project saved the Homestead parcels from further subdivision development and conserved a total of 322 acres (including the Creamery Ranch property) for passive recreation opportunities.
The centerpiece of this conservation effort is a 166-acre parcel known as the “Homestead L,” which is owned and managed by Eagle County Open Space. This parcel was already master planned for up to 150 homes when Eagle County purchased it in 2011. From there, two private homeowners associations – Homestead and Creamery Ranch – owned land adjacent to the “L” which was then designated as open space and put under conservation easement as well. The interconnectivity of these parcels helped create a mosaic of conservation in the Lake Creek Valley.
Public use is restricted to designated trails on the Homestead and Creamery Ranch properties, while on-trail and other uses are permitted on the “L”.
Things to do here:
Outdoor access, hiking, birdwatching, cycling, picnic, wildlife watching, historical/agricultural heritage, snowshoeing/XC skiing, stargazing, conservation, peaceful/relaxation, wildlife, nature, recreation, kid friendly, dog friendly, scenic vistas, ecological interest, free
Before you go:
Please respect Eagle County Open Space rules and regulations to ensure we’re able to protect this valuable resource and recreational opportunities. More details are available on Eagle County Open Space’s information page.
Species you may see:
Photo Gallery
Conservation Easement Signed:
2012
Sustaining Council Level Underwriter:
Andie and Dave Bombard
Lands Protected:
298.79 acres
Conservation Values:
Scenic open space, public recreation, wildlife habitat
Public Access:
Homestead L: Public Access Allowed
Homestead I: No public access
Homestead II: Public access trail through private property
Public access is also allowed on designated trails through the Creamery HOA property and the Homestead HOA property through the neighborhood between Highway 6 and the Homestead L Open Space. The Homestead HOA property adjacent to the Homestead L and USFS property is limited to members of the Homestead HOA.
A seasonal wildlife closure is applied to the southern portion of the parcel December 1st through April 15th.
Owner:
Homestead L: Eagle County Open Space
Homestead I: Homestead Homeowners Association
Click here to get an interactive look at our conserved land portfolio.