Before You Go: Check Trail & Parking Conditions
- Natural Areas Trail Conditions webpage fcgov.com/naturalareas/status
- COTREX https://trails.colorado.gov/
The busiest times at natural areas are weekends, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., so try visiting earlier or later, or on weekday mornings for the best chance at parking. Have an alternate destination in mind. When parking lots are full try another trailhead or come back another time. Avoid a parking ticket! Only park in designated spaces. All natural areas are free to enter, except Gateway Natural Area.
Nature in the City Awards $292,000 in 2024
Ten community-led implementation projects have been awarded Nature in the City grant funds to increase access to high-quality natural spaces for people and wildlife alike. These projects build community through shared interest in planning, planting, and the long-term maintenance of these special places. These projects are supported by a combination of Community Capital Improvement Program funds and Natural Areas Enhancement Funds.
Find Your Way at Soapstone Prairie
Soapstone Prairie Natural Area is now open for the 2024 season!
Visit Soapstone Prairie to see the newly installed wayfinding signs. These signs are located in places where visitors often get disoriented. Thank you to the over 300 visitors who gave their feedback about the design!
Host Your Next Event at Primrose Studio
Primrose Studio is a secluded lakefront event venue at Reservoir Ridge Natural Area. It is perfect for corporate meetings, yoga and art classes, special events and more.