Fort Collins: Poudre River Trail

Fort Collins, CO

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Fort Collins: Poudre River Trail

The Poudre River Trail began as a joint venture between the City of Fort Collins, the City of Greeley, and the town of Windsor. The trail extends 19 miles one-way from Greeley to Fort Collins along the beautiful Cache La Poudre River, named by early French trappers, and meaning “the hiding place of powder.” The Poudre River Trail offers an exciting recreational opportunity for walkers, hikers, joggers, bikers, and in-line skaters. Educational, historical, and wildlife hot spots are plentiful along this dynamic urban trail, which alternates between concrete surfaces and soft dirt.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityFort Collins
Length9 mi
Elevation Gain400 ft
Skill LevelEasy
Duration4 hours
SeasonYear Round
Trailhead Elevation4,800 ft
Top Elevation5,200 ft
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