Colina Mariposa Natural Area
Description
A unique feature of Colina Mariposa Natural Area is the high butterfly diversity on the eastern ridge, which led to the site name, Colina Mariposa - Spanish for “butterfly hill.” Bald eagles, turkey vultures, northern harriers, red-tailed hawks, and ferruginous hawks also use the habitat here.
Trails
Approximately 1 mile of soft surface trail is accessible only from the adjacent neighborhood. In the future, the Fort Collins/Loveland bike trail is planned to traverse Colina Mariposa parallel to Shields Street.
Hours
5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Directions
Neighborhood access only. Colina Mariposa extends south from the intersection of Trilby Road and Shields Street.
Related Information
The Holyoke Homeowners Association has adopted this natural area, helping to keep it free of trash and litter. Thank you!