Redwing Marsh Natural Area#
Trail Status
Open without issues.
Description#
This natural area provides relaxing recreation for all who visit. As its name suggests, red-winged blackbirds can often be seen and heard in the wetlands. The Larimer and Weld Canal flows on the north side of Redwing Marsh.
Photos#
Red Wing Marsh
Red Wing Marsh
Trails#
0.2 miles natural surface
Hours#
5:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m.
Directions#
Redwing Marsh is north and east of Greenbriar Park (Willox Lane) with walk-in access from surrounding neighborhoods. Nearest parking is at Greenbriar Park. Red Wing Marsh's approximate address is 657 Willox Lane, Fort Collins.
Activities and Events#
- Free educational activities and events in June-October are listed in the Natural Areas Explorer booklet guide.
- Last minute activity additions, trail recommendations and events offered between November-May are in our free monthly electronic newsletter- sign up on this page.
- Free educational programs at Redwing Marsh Natural Area are available for groups by request, call the Master Naturalist Program at 970-224-6118 or email achlebnik@fcgov.com .
Related Information#
- Know before you go safety and recreation information.
- Core Natural Areas Management Plan
- Special people have volunteered to take an active role in the stewardship of natural areas by doing monthly litter pick-ups. You can join the fun and adopt a natural area, too!