JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. — A joint acquisition that was finalized in early November will connect Denver Mountain Parks and Jefferson County Open Space properties to create more than 4,000 acres of contiguous public land. This land — called the Elk-Bergen Property — marks the first conservation area that JCOS and DMP will co-own.
The acquisition not only secures wildlife habitat in the foothills, but also offers new outdoor opportunities. This fulfills the conservation missions of both DMP, which is part of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation, and JCOS. So, what exactly will go in this area? It's a bit too early to tell. Stephanie Figueroa, spokesperson with the City of Denver, said a timeline is not yet available on the planning stages for the Elk-Bergen Property.