Bridge over Poudre River – Poudre Trail loop from Mountain & Shields

Bridge over Poudre River – Poudre Trail loop from Mountain & Shields

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Bridge over Poudre River – Poudre Trail loop from Mountain & Shields

03:03

53.3km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.76 km

Old Town Square

Highlight • Settlement

Old Town Square is in the heart of downtown Fort Collins. This quaint part of town is full of great restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, and amazing public art and …

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2.62 km

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery

Highlight • Monument

The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery has exhibits on history, science, and culture, making it an engaging museum for visitors of all ages. Visitors can find information on dinosaurs, Native American artifacts, pioneer life, and the local environment.

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3.31 km

Bridge over Poudre River

Highlight • Bridge

Nice bridge over the river, for pedestrians and cyclists.

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4.17 km

New Belgium Brewing Company

Highlight • Pub

New Belgium Brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a must-stop when visiting Fort Collins. Known for its strong ties to cycling culture, and features bike-themed decor, the large brewery regularly …

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46.6 km

Lions' Open Space

Highlight • River

This is a beautiful, clean park along the La Poudre River with ample parking and access to the paved Poudre River Trail.

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47.0 km

Bridge over the Cache la Poudre River

Highlight • Bridge

This section of the Poudre Trail crosses an amazing box bridge made out of wood and steel beams just past the Butterfly Woods Natural Area. In this riparian (riverside) forest …

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47.3 km

Poudre Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Poudre Trail is a beautiful place for biking along the Poudre River. The river changes personality through the seasons from quiet and calm to loud and raging, so each visit can be a different experience.

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50.9 km

Cache la Poudre River

Highlight • River

Known locally as 'Poudre', the Cache la Poudre River is a wonderful sight all along the Poudre Trail. The name of the river comes from French-Canadians, who hid their store …

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53.3 km

End point

Train Station

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