Natural Areas Trail Conditions

Natural Area trails are unpaved, soft surface trails. When trails are wet and muddy, they are closed to prevent resource damage. Closures are posted here and at the trailheads. Rangers monitor conditions at closed trails daily, and reopen as soon as conditions allow. To learn more, call a ranger, 970-416-2147.

Updated: Apr 22, 2008

Running Deer Natural Area:
There are osprey attempting to nest at Running Deer Natural Area, so the interior trails have been closed to prevent disturbance to the birds. Closure will be in effect until chicks fledge or nest is abandoned. Watch this site for updates.
All other trails are open! Enjoy your natural areas!

Programs

Adopt a Natural Area Certified Natural Areas Enhancement Fund Master Naturalists Rangers Volunteer Opportunities Primrose Studio

General Information

> Trail ConditionsCommunity Natural Area Journal Annual Report Recreation Your Natural Areas Map of Local Natural Areas (PDF)Easement Request Backyard Wildlife Habitat Native Plants Plans & Policies Regulations (Chapter 23, Article IX of Municipal Code)Permit Application (PDF/40K)Wildlife FAQs