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United States
Colorado
Larimer County

Skyline Picnic Area – Skyline Picnic Area loop from Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

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Mountain biking trails
United States
Colorado
Larimer County

Skyline Picnic Area – Skyline Picnic Area loop from Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

Hard

4.6

(7902)

8,984

riders

Skyline Picnic Area – Skyline Picnic Area loop from Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

01:28

17.7km

290m

Mountain biking

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.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

Waypoints

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1.05 km

Skyline Picnic Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

High up on the northern edge of the steep hills and cliffs above Horsetooth Reservoir is the Skyline Picnic Area and a small gravel parking lot. This scenic spot is a great place to sit down, eat lunch, and take in the sweeping views of the reservoir.

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2

1.30 km

Skyline Picnic Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

High up on the northern edge of the steep hills and cliffs above Horsetooth Reservoir is the Skyline Picnic Area and a small gravel parking lot. This scenic spot is a great place to sit down, eat lunch, and take in the sweeping views of the reservoir.

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3

1.81 km

Third Dam

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

4

3.31 km

Sunrise Picnic Area & Beach Access

Highlight • Beach

Overlooking the water and foothills from a highpoint Sunrise Picnic Area is scenic spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a large parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, and walking access to Sunrise Beach (there is a road down to the beach and pavilions, but there is limited parking and best used for loading and unloading).

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5

5.83 km

Maxwell Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

Maxwell Natural Area is a foothills area with views of the surrounding mountains and the city of Fort Collins. Within the park is the 1.5-mile Maxwell Trail that connects with the 9.6-mile Foothills Trail that travels through the city.

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6

12.2 km

Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

Highlight • Trail

Reservoir Ridge Natural Area in Fort Collins, CO, is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of activities such as mountain biking, hiking, and running. The area features a network of well-maintained trails that wind through rolling hills, grasslands, and scenic viewpoints. Mountain bikers can enjoy challenging singletrack routes with technical sections and fun descents. There are great views of the surrounding landscape, including Horsetooth Reservoir and the surrounding foothills.

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13.9 km

Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

Nature Reserve

8

15.8 km

North Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The North Loop Trail is a narrow singletrack trail that ascends the ridge line just below Horsetooth Reservoir. The trail is probably best counter clockwise. There are a few rocky steps and drops to be aware of as you ride on fast, skinny singletrack in a lovely spot west of Fort Collins.

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17.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.42 km

4.46 km

2.30 km

846 m

663 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.23 km

5.82 km

4.02 km

387 m

161 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,710 m)

Lowest point (1,550 m)

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