Before You Go: Check Trail & Parking Conditions
- Natural Areas Trail Conditions webpage fcgov.com/naturalareas/status
- COTREX https://trails.colorado.gov/
The busiest times at natural areas are weekends, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., so try visiting earlier or later, or on weekday mornings for the best chance at parking. Have an alternate destination in mind. When parking lots are full try another trailhead or come back another time. Avoid a parking ticket! Only park in designated spaces. All natural areas are free to enter, except Gateway Natural Area.
Urban Zone Update 2024
The Urban Zone encompasses 12 natural areas totaling 352 acres. During the Urban Zone update, the community shared that they value close to home nature as a place of respite and rejuvenation, as well as watching wildlife and seasonal changes. This input helped shape the future direction of management in the urban natural areas.
Guide the Next 20 Years of Natural Areas
What do you want for the future of your natural areas? For over 30 years, the Fort Collins and Larimer County community has prioritized natural areas conservation. Now, your voice will guide the future forward with a planning document called the Natural Areas Strategic Framework. Your perspectives will help the City embody community-driven conservation and stewardship. The initial feedback phase has now concluded. Thank you for sharing your perspectives!
Host Your Next Event at Primrose Studio
Primrose Studio is a secluded lakefront event venue at Reservoir Ridge Natural Area. It is perfect for corporate meetings, yoga and art classes, special events and more.