Cheyenne will formally open public access to the newly developed Belvoir Ranch Open Space trail network with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30 p.m., unlocking more than a day’s worth of outdoor options across a large swath of land west of the city. The launch makes a substantial portion of the ranch available for non‑motorized recreation and sets the stage for future regional trail connections.
The trail system—open **dawn to dusk**—offers over **20 miles** of marked routes for walkers, riders and accessibility devices. The city is hosting an opening event at the Belvoir trailhead to mark the start of public use.
Permitted trail users include:
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- Pedestrians and hikers
- Traditional bicycles
- Class 1 pedal-assisted e-bikes
- Mobility devices such as wheelchairs
Horses and motorized vehicles are not allowed on the Belvoir trails, a restriction aimed at preserving trail conditions and reducing conflicts among users.
Belvoir Ranch Open Space is part of the larger Belvoir property, commonly considered together with the adjacent “Big Hole.” Together the holdings cover roughly 18,800 acres, a mix of working ranchland and conservation areas under city ownership.
The City of Cheyenne acquired the property in 2003 and considered a range of uses over the years—everything from utilities and energy projects to landfill or recreation. Officials have kept ranch operations active and maintained leases for wind energy while planning public access.
Planning and construction milestones:
- Belvoir Ranch Master Plan adopted in 2008 and updated in 2024
- Trail construction began in 2024 following the plan update
- Initial construction funded through the Belvoir Recreation Fund and a Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation grant
City leaders say additional phases are expected to expand the network. One longer-term goal is to link the Belvoir trails to the Red Mountain Open Space trails in Larimer County, Colorado, pending an agreement to cross the Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way.
The new trail network is likely to affect local recreation patterns and regional connectivity: it creates managed, non-motorized access to a large public landscape and could draw more trail users to Cheyenne while protecting working-ranch operations and existing energy leases.
Visitors can reach the Belvoir Ranch trailhead from Cheyenne by taking Interstate 80 west to Exit 342 (Harriman Road), traveling about 3 miles south on Harriman, then turning left onto Old Quarry Road; the junction will be marked. For detailed maps, rules and updates, see the city’s information page at cheyennecity.org/belvoir.
