Reserve hikes starting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The 2026 hiking season will run May 1-October 31, 2026.

A man sits in a green, off-road mobility device and looks away from the camera at green grasses and trees.
A man sits in a blue, 0ff-road mobility device while looking over a wooden fence at a rocky waterfall.
In a meadow at the base of some foothills mountains, a man holds the handlebars to a green, off-road mobility device while his companion wraps and arm around him and they smile at he camera.

Program Information

The Trailability Program at Bear Creek and Fountain Creek Nature Centers utilizes “Terrain Hoppers” or off-road mobility vehicles that allow members of the El Paso County community and visiting guests with disabilities to experience trails previously inaccessible to them.

The 1-3-mile trails will take participants through the varying foothills and wetlands habitats, accompanied by their friends and family as well as a Nature Center volunteer or staff member. Participation in the Trailability Program is completely free!

Reservations for 2026 will be offered May 1-October 31 at both Nature Centers, morning and afternoon on varying days of the week.

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Trailability Program

Volunteer with Trailability

Email parks@elpasoco.com to be updated on volunteer opportunities and trainings for the El Paso County Trailability Program.

Testimonials

“I loved the Terrain Hopper. It was so comfortable and easy to navigate, once I got the hang of it. Everyone was wonderful! The staff were so kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. We will definitely sign up again.”

“For me, seeing my wife so thrilled about being able to get out into nature again definitely made my day. Being out in nature was such a big part of our lives. Camping, fishing, and walking together were regular activities. Time has made them impossible for her. This afforded her an opportunity to visit nature she thought was lost forever, and we are so thankful we were able to do this.”

“Everyone directly involved with our visit was fantastic. They were helpful, pleasant, informative, and seemed to be as thrilled about the program as we were. We would like to pass along our most heartfelt thanks for their part in our journey.”

Awards

  • 2023 National Association of County Park & Recreation Officials- Universal Accessibility
  • 2023 National Association of Counties- Achievement Award
  • 2023 Colorado Parks and Recreation Association- Columbine Award in Programming
  • 2024 Inclusive Impact Award- Visit Colorado Springs
  • 2024 Inclusivity Award- Trails and Open Space Coalition

Donate

Participation in the El Paso County Trailability program is free! Help us continue to grow this program with a donation to Friends of El Paso County Nature Centers through Paypal using your credit card. Select “Trailability Trail Mobility Program” for your funds to go directly to this program!

Contact

For more information on the Trailability Program, please contact Theresa Odello at 719-520-6981 or by email at theresaodello@elpasoco.com.