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- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (M-F, except for holidays)
All Park Grills Closed for Use
The City of Fort Collins has implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, effective Monday, August 31. The ban prohibits open burning in the City of Fort Collins, including charcoal grills. All charcoal grills located in Fort Collins Parks are unavailable at this time. This closure will be in effect until further notice.
Rolland Moore Basketball Courts Closed for Repair
Beginning September 16, the three west basketball courts at Rolland Moore Park will be closed for repair.
Spring Canyon Park Playground Slide Closed for Repairs
The Embankment Slide in Inspiration Playground at Spring Canyon Park is closed for repairs until further notice. The repair may take the remainder of the summer in order to make it safe for play. Please observe the closure/barricade in place.
- COVID-19 Updates
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Park Amenities and Availability
The City of Fort Collins is actively monitoring the developments of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and working with City, State, and County public health partners to maintain the use of parks and natural areas.In line with the "safer at home" guidance provided by the state and Larimer County Health Department, the following park amenities are available for public use (exceptions noted):
- Skate park and handball at Northside Aztlan Community Center
- Restrooms, dog parks, skate parks, BMX track and bike courses, in-line skate rink, playgrounds, and basketball courts
- Tennis courts, disc golf courses, pickleball courts, racquetball courts, archery range, and horseshoe pits
- Park open spaces and trails
- Splash pads at Spring Canyon Park, Fossil Creek Park, and Old Town Square. Learn more about splash pad hours of operation here.
Remaining Closures:
- Tennis courts at Twin Silo are shared with Fossil Ridge High School and are partially open
Shelters:
- 1-10 people: drop-in use allowed
- 11-50 people: Available for scheduled use only.
- A variance from Larimer County Health Department is required per the following guidelines: Public gatherings of no more than 10 people are allowed, unless the square footage of the facility and/or space allows for 6-foot distancing of all participants. If the event organizer and/or facility can demonstrate compliance via a written plan.
- Submit your plan to hold an event of attendees between 11 and 50 here.
- Once a variance is granted, please contact Parks (970-221-6660) to reserve the shelter; the variance must be presented in order to reserve the shelter.
Sports Fields:
- Available for drop-in use only, groups of 10 or less. NO games.
Golf Courses:
- Golf courses are currently open.
- Driving ranges are now open.
- Select amenities and league play are not available at this time. Visit the golf webpage for full details.
Please continue to follow all posted recommendations at park sites including physical distancing, frequent hand washing and wearing face coverings. We are keeping in close contact with public health partners and will continue to open park spaces up for use (such as playgrounds and water features) as we are safely able to do so.
Please Recreate Responsibly
In order to keep our remaining park spaces open for the public, all users are asked to recreate responsibly and follow the guidelines below:- Refrain from using parks or trails if you are exhibiting symptoms of illness.
- Observe the minimum recommended physical distancing of 6 feet from other individuals at all times. If this is not possible, try to find an alternate location or depart that space.
- Wash or sanitize hands before and after visiting a park/trail space. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Share the trail: while on trails, alert other users of your presence and as they pass, step aside to let others pass.
Additional COVID-19 Resources
For the most current information, visit the City of Fort Collins Coronavirus (COVID-19) Informational Page, as well as the Center for Disease Control, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and Larimer County Health Department. - Parks Events and Rentals
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Current use of shelters and sports fields is limited to the activities and capacities listed below:
Shelters
- 1-10 people: drop-in use allowed
- 11-50 people: Available for scheduled use only.
- A variance from Larimer County Health Department is required per the following guidelines: Public gatherings of no more than 10 people are allowed, unless the square footage of the facility and/or space allows for 6-foot distancing of all participants. If the event organizer and/or facility can demonstrate compliance via a written plan.
- Submit your plan to hold an event of attendees between 11 and 50 here.
- Once a variance is granted, please contact Parks (970-221-6660) to reserve the shelter; the variance must be presented in order to reserve the shelter.
Sports Fields
- Available for drop-in use only, groups of 10 or less. NO games.
For questions regarding parks use and rentals, please call 970-221-6660.
Your Parks. Our Passion.
Our parks and trails help define the Fort Collins lifestyle. Fort Collins currently has over 925 acres of developed park land including 7 community parks and 43 neighborhood/pocket parks. Over 35 miles of paved trails connect our community.
We're passionate about providing you world-class parks and trails. The Parks Department maintains parks, cemeteries, trails, medians and other public grounds for the community. We aim to provide you with a clean, safe and attractive environment to enjoy.
Parks are open daily between the hours of 5 a.m.-11 p.m.
Parks Map
View an interactive aerial map of all parks and their amenities in Fort Collins.
Outdoor Pickleball Court Map
Cyanotoxins & Blue Green Algae
Harmful algae blooms are in local ponds and can be toxic. It is easy to stay safe while recreating, just stay dry and bring your own clean water for yourself and your dog.
ReCreate: Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The City of Fort Collins is updating its plan for parks and recreation in the city for the first time in over ten years! Join us in the process to share your thoughts, values and vision for how Parks and Recreation could look in the future.
Trail System Status
Keep updated with the status of Fort Collins trails with an updated listing of closures and detours.
Park & Shelter Reservations
Take a look at all the reservation options, guidelines, and applications online.
Job Opportunities
Do you enjoy working outdoors? The Parks Department is currently seeking Seasonal Parks Utility Workers to join a highly-motivated, talented team of innovators to help strengthen the future world-class stewardship of parks in our community.
Dog Park Pond at Spring Canyon Community Park
The Parks Department is undergoing an evaluation of the dog park pond operations at Spring Canyon Community Park. We will be providing this amenity in 2020. The health and safety of the dogs and people is our primary concern. The pond water is untreated and, especially in hot weather, subject to algae blooms, which may require the closure of the pond at any time. Some kinds of algae may be harmful to pets, so always use your best judgment when deciding whether to let your pet into the pond.
The Parks Department is aware that this is the only pond in the system where dogs can legally swim and will make every effort at minimizing closure durations should they occur. We are diligently working hard to continue providing this well-loved amenity to our community and furry friends.
As we move forward into 2021, in cooperation with other internal departments, Parks will be re-evaluating the pond in its current design and discussing options for repair and/or replacement.
Thank you for your understanding. Please stay tuned for future updates on fcgov.com/parks/dog-parks and on social media (@ParksandRecFC).
Park Notices
To learn more about current updates on park closures and notices click the link below. For questions or concerns, call 970.221.6660.