Bear Creek Trailhead Development

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The Bear Creek Trail Study, completed in December 2023, identified critical improvements for a 1.5-mile segment of trail within the South Suburban in Sheridan. This trail connects the Bear Creek Trail to the Mary Carter Greenway and serves thousands of users monthly for recreation, commuting, and exercise.

The study highlighted aging infrastructure, limited access, and a lack of amenities, especially near Federal Boulevard. The trail segment, originally built in 1984, has never been fully reconstructed.

A new trailhead at 3600 S. Federal Boulevard is a key step in enhancing the trail experience. The site, formerly occupied by a restaurant, has been cleared and offers 1.4 acres for development. The trailhead will improve access, safety, and amenities for the surrounding community.


The Bear Creek Trail Study, completed in December 2023, identified critical improvements for a 1.5-mile segment of trail within the South Suburban in Sheridan. This trail connects the Bear Creek Trail to the Mary Carter Greenway and serves thousands of users monthly for recreation, commuting, and exercise.

The study highlighted aging infrastructure, limited access, and a lack of amenities, especially near Federal Boulevard. The trail segment, originally built in 1984, has never been fully reconstructed.

A new trailhead at 3600 S. Federal Boulevard is a key step in enhancing the trail experience. The site, formerly occupied by a restaurant, has been cleared and offers 1.4 acres for development. The trailhead will improve access, safety, and amenities for the surrounding community.

  • Bear Creek Trailhead Concept Design

    South Suburban, the City of Sheridan, and project partners are working together to create a new trailhead along Bear Creek at 3600 S. Federal Boulevard. The 1.4-acre site, purchased in early 2024, will be transformed into a community. This survey highlights what we heard about the previous design concepts, shares the final preferred design concept, and asks for feedback on top priorities for the design moving forward.

    Estimated time to complete: 5 minutes. Your response will remain anonymous.

    The survey will be open through January 19, 2026

    What We Heard 

    The project team shared three distinct design concepts in the last phase of community engagement. All three concepts included key improvements such as separate bike and walking paths, a realigned pedestrian and bike bridge, and a small parking area for easy access.


    Bear Creek Trailhead Concept Site Plan


    These concepts were shared with the community through an online survey, at the Neighborhood Taquiza pop up event, and at the Sheridan Celebrates pop up event. The community clearly preferred Concept 1, especially its nature-inspired gathering spaces, shaded seating, nature play, and experiential trail. People want a design that feels natural, shaded, and connected to the creek. They also emphasized that the play area must be safe, visible, and accessible for children and families.

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Encuesta del Proyecto de Diseño del Sendero Bear Creek

    South Suburban, la Ciudad de Sheridan y sus socios del proyecto están colaborando para crear un nuevo acceso al sendero Bear Creek en 3600 S. Federal Boulevard. El terreno de 1.4 acres, adquirido a principios de 2024, se transformará en un espacio comunitario abierto con mejor acceso al sendero, realineación del puente y nuevas comodidades en el acceso.

    El proyecto se encuentra actualmente en la fase de diseño, ¡y tu opinión es esencial!

    Te invitamos a compartir tus comentarios sobre los conceptos de diseño para ayudar a crear un espacio comunitario acogedor, funcional y accesible.

    Tiempo estimado para completar la encuesta: 10 minutos

     Tu respuesta será anónima


    La encuesta estará abierta hasta el domingo 28 de septiembre de 2025

    ¡Gracias por tu participación!



     



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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Bear Creek Trailhead Design Project Survey

    South Suburban, the City of Sheridan, and project partners, are working together to create a new trailhead along Bear Creek at 3600 S. Federal Boulevard. The 1.4-acre site, purchased in early 2024, will be transformed into a community open space with improved trail access, bridge realignment, and trailhead amenities. The project is now in the design phase—and your input is essential.

    We invite you to share your feedback on the design concepts to help shape a welcoming, functional, and accessible new community space.

    Estimated time to complete: 10 minutes.

    Your response will remain anonymous.

    The survey will be open through Sunday, October 12, 2025.

    Thank you for your feedback.



     



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