Waterton Canyon Trail Access serves as the northern trailhead for the Colorado Trail and offers a wide, flat 6. 2-mile gravel road suitable for road bikes and wheelchairs, with an accessible fishing pier located 1. 3 miles in.

The area features multiple picnic areas, excellent wildlife viewing opportunities (including bighorn sheep and over 40 bird species), and access to the South Platte River for fishing, though dogs are prohibited to protect the bighorn sheep population.

Note that body contact with water is prohibited, and the canyon is an operational facility where visitors may encounter vehicles and construction equipment.