Immediately after World War II the Cold War began and the western states became significant aspects of the United States' defense. Due to the fear of a possible third world war, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Silos were constructed through the west to provide defense against possible attacks. A number of these silos were constructed in Weld County. Missile park is the sight of one of these silos.

The silo, built in 1961, is now a county park located on the bluffs overlooking the Poudre River Valley. The park provides the trail with a unique interpretive sight about the effects of the Cold War on America and Northern Colorado.