Horsetooth Mountain Open Space is a 2,711-acre mountainous park located in Fort Collins, CO. Visitors can explore the 29 miles of hiking, biking, equestrian trails, and scenic vistas. This open space is famous for its Horsetooth Falls in the spring and its front Range views. The trails are well maintained and were easily accessible with a dog, and drinking water is available along the trail. In the longer trails, you can experience the adventures and short trails suits for more family fun. The open space also has a parking area with clear maps and is well marked.
Best Hiking Trails in Fort Collins
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HORSETOOTH MOUNTAIN OPEN SPACE REVIEWS
A great place to go for a hike with varying levels of difficulty. The views of Fort Collins, Pike's Peak and Wyoming and brilliant. I can't wait to go back to explore the area more. They have a mix of mixed-use and hiking only trails. Parking is $6 / day which is reasonable. Parking is available for horse trailers if you're planning on taking that option up the mixed-use trails. Bring something to drink as there are no fountains on the mountain.
Very well maintained and marked trails with great views. I hiked about 1/4-1/3 of the trails in a day. Several I would love to come back and ride on my mountain bike. Parking is $9, so I recommend coming early and getting your money’s worth by putting in the miles.
We took the Horsetooth Falls hike and had a wonderful time! The trail is well maintained and was easily accessible with a dog and baby. The water was flowing and the view was beautiful. A great family hike!
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Spring Canyon Park is a 100-acre community park that features 1.7 miles moderately trafficked loop trail. The trails provide various activities which are accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on a leash. Spring Canyon Park features three lighted tennis courts, two basketball courts, four picnic shelters, three ball fields, and various soccer fields. The Veterans Plaza, located in the park's south section, honors members of the military.
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Trails, Cross Country Skiing, Dogs on Leash, Nature Trips, Wheelchair, and Kid Friendly, Fishing, Beach, Mountain Biking, Walking, Wild Flowers, Wildlife, Birding, Running, Road Biking & Lake
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SPRING CANYON PARK REVIEWS
Awesome park! Great walking, running and cycling trails all around. Could easily run 5k, 10k and 15K. People are generally nice and will let you know if they are behind you or to your left or right. Very awesome place! Bring the kids for the two playgrounds, walk around the trail and see nature. Bring your dog for a nice long walk. Basketball courts are just a walk away along with a covered Pavillion for picnics and such.
Beautiful park. 2 playgrounds, baseball field, trails for walking and bike riding, open fields, trees, dog park with a pond, war memorial with a receptacle to retire used flags. Will be back often.
A sprawling park to walk, bike, or hike for miles on connected paths. Spring Canyon is also home to basketball, soccer, volleyball, Frisbee, tennis, BMX park, and countless other activities. Great spot for the outdoor family.
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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area is a natural river, wetlands, and old gravel located in Fort Collins, CO. It features 3 miles of trails teeming with birdlife. Visitors can explore a lot of diversity with a stretch of the Poudre River. You can see over 200 species of birds feed, rest, nest, and migrate. Riverbend Ponds Natural Area also offers free educational activities and events. Many hikers and dog walkers like Riverbend Ponds' level trails with loop options and diverse wildlife.
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Trails, Fishing, Walking, Wild Flowers, Wheelchair, and Kids Friendly, Dogs on Leash, Wildlife, Mountain, and Road Biking, Natural Area, Birds Watching & Running
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RIVERBEND PONDS NATURAL AREA REVIEWS
Great spot in Fort Collins to fish. Lots of ponds stocked with large and small mouth bass as well as some others. There's a ton of wildlife as well such as otters, swans, mallards, gulls, salamanders, frogs, turtles, etc. Great place to go for a walk, run, or bike ride as well. The trails snake all around the ponds or you can connect to the Poudre River Trail. One of Fort Collins' many hidden gems.
The trail was amazing, a nice casual stroll, with beautiful views. Every turn produced a stunning opportunity, gorgeous colors of leaves against a serene sky. The later it got, the more beautiful it was. Great place for a photo shoot, a bike ride, a leisurely walk, or even fishing. This is a place to remember on a colorful Autumn day.
I really love the isthmus paths the meander in between the ponds. There is a decent array of wildlife; birds, snakes, small mammals, etc. It's a nice time. With a restroom and free small parking area
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