Pineridge Natural Area
Description
A popular foothills natural area where visitors can enjoy city views, foothills terrain, a reservoir and beautiful forest- all close to home. This popular hiking, fishing and biking area is one of the original City of Fort Collins natural areas (acquired in 1976). There is something for everyone at Pineridge!
Trails
7 miles of soft surface including a loop around Dixon Reservoir (1.8 miles). Pineridge is the southern end of the 6.8 mile Foothills Trail. The Foothills Trail connects Pineridge, Maxwell and Reservoir Ridge natural areas. Trail markers show you the way. Biking on the Foothills Trail is for the experienced cyclist- the trail is challenging.
Hours
5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Directions
Parking lots on County Rd 42C approximately ¼ mile south of Hughes Stadium (2 horse trailer parking spots available) and at the west end of Horsetooth Road (through Spring Canyon Community Park). Pineridge also can be accessed from Maxwell Natural Area parking lot off County Rd 42C. Please do not park along CR 42C roadway.
Activities & Events
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- Free educational programs at Pineridge Natural Area are available for groups by request, call the Master Naturalist Program at 970-416-2480 or email .
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