Fort Collins is a region in northern Colorado situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, offering a diverse landscape ideal for outdoor activities. The area features a mix of flat prairies, challenging mountain terrain, and extensive natural areas, including the Cache la Poudre River and Horsetooth Reservoir. This varied geography provides opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Fort Collins can explore more thanβ¦
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Average rating
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72
hikers
6.89km
01:53
50m
200m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
hikers
10.9km
02:52
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
2.78km
00:42
0m
0m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
4.29km
01:08
60m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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113
riders
27.4km
01:28
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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71
riders
47.5km
02:16
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42
riders
87.6km
04:36
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

26
riders
31.8km
01:27
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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65
riders
34.4km
02:00
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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74
riders
40.5km
02:22
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
riders
38.7km
02:15
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
31.8km
01:56
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
26.2km
02:33
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

55
riders
28.5km
02:15
320m
320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

28
riders
15.6km
01:22
240m
240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

28
riders
51.5km
04:18
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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2
riders
69.6km
05:11
250m
250m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
riders
42.0km
02:36
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
34.2km
02:02
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
47.5km
02:58
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58
runners
7.02km
00:51
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

68
runners
30.8km
03:20
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53
runners
17.4km
01:48
50m
50m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

53
runners
12.8km
01:33
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Fort Collins offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 600 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.77 stars from over 12,000 visitors.
Fort Collins provides numerous hiking opportunities, from easy paths to challenging mountain climbs. Notable areas include Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and Lory State Park. For detailed information, refer to the komoot guide Hiking around Fort Collins.
Yes, Fort Collins offers many easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Areas like Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area provide relatively flat paths. The komoot guide Easy hikes around Fort Collins lists several accessible options.
Fort Collins is a bike-friendly city with over 280 miles (450 km) of paved and unpaved trails. Options include road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Popular routes follow the Cache la Poudre River and Spring Creek. Explore routes in the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Fort Collins.
Mountain biking trails are available in Fort Collins, offering diverse terrain. Horsetooth Mountain Open Space provides multi-use trails with challenging climbs and descents. The komoot guide MTB Trails around Fort Collins details specific routes.
Key natural attractions include Horsetooth Reservoir and Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, known for its iconic rock formation and extensive trails. The Cache la Poudre River, Colorado's only 'Wild and Scenic' River, offers a scenic paved trail. Lory State Park and numerous natural areas like Bobcat Ridge also provide diverse landscapes.
Many multi-use trails and natural areas in Fort Collins permit dogs, typically requiring them to be on a leash. It is advisable to check specific park regulations before visiting. Always practice Leave No Trace principles when recreating with pets.
Komoot offers several guides for Fort Collins, including Hiking around Fort Collins, Easy hikes around Fort Collins, and Road Cycling Routes around Fort Collins. Other guides cover Cycling, Running, MTB, and Gravel biking.
Fort Collins is a popular destination on komoot, with over 12,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's more than 600 routes across various sports collectively hold an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 stars.
The Cache la Poudre River is Colorado's only nationally designated 'Wild and Scenic' River. It offers a 21-mile (34 km) paved trail ideal for walking, cycling, or jogging. The river is also popular for water recreation such as rafting and fishing.
Horsetooth Reservoir is an iconic area near Fort Collins featuring six and a half miles (10.5 km) of water. It is surrounded by Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, which offers nearly 29 miles (47 km) of multi-use trails. The area provides views of the reservoir and the Front Range.
Yes, Fort Collins includes options for gravel biking, utilizing its extensive network of unpaved trails and natural areas. The komoot guide Gravel biking around Fort Collins provides specific route information for this sport.
Fort Collins offers numerous trails suitable for jogging and running, including the paved trail along the Cache la Poudre River. The komoot guide Running Trails around Fort Collins provides details on various routes.
The official website for the City of Fort Collins is www.fcgov.com. This site provides general information about the city and its services.
For visitor information regarding Fort Collins, the official phone number is +1-970-221-6505. This contact can provide assistance with general inquiries about the region.

