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SCENIC Getaways

People here like to explore and play outdoors. It's our lifestyle. Any time of year is a good time for an outing to one of these great destinations near Fort Collins.

GATEWAY NATURAL AREA

5216 Poudre Canyon Highway | (970) 407-1106 fcgov.com/naturalareas/finder/gateway

The kind of place you will want to bring your family for a day in the mountains. Gateway Natural Area is where the North Fork of the Poudre River joins the main Poudre River and features hiking trails, a designated launch area for kayaks and canoes, fishing, picnic tables with grills, informational kiosks and a natural playground.

HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR AND MOUNTAIN PARK

(970) 679-4554 horsetoothreservoir.com

A 6.5-mile-long reservoir, surrounded by over 2,000 acres of public land and more than 25 miles of non-motorized recreational trails. Lakeside camping at the South Bay Campground, boating, wake boarding/water skiing, fishing, swimming, hiking, and bicycling.

LORY STATE PARK

(970) 493-1623 parks.state.co.us/parks/lory

Eleven miles from Fort Collins, you can explore wide open scenic terrain in an adventurous landscape with 26 miles of scenic trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding. Rock climbing and bouldering routes, back country camping, and picnicing.

CACHE LA POUDRE

The Cache La Poudre-North Park Scenic Byway is recognized as one of Colorado’s premier scenic highways. To get there take U.S. Highway 287 north to Colorado Highway 14.

The Cache La Poudre is Colorado’s only designated “Wild and Scenic” river. See page 46 for more on this popular outdoor recreation destination.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

(970) 586-1206 nps.gov/romo

Just 35 miles southwest of Fort Collins, Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles encompass majestic mountains, tundra wildflowers, abundant wildlife, and over 300 miles of hiking trails. Enjoy Trail Ridge Road (the highest paved road in the US), which crests over 12,000 feet, including many overlooks to experience the subalpine and alpine worlds.

HIGH ALTITUDE – BE AWARE

Fort Collins sits approximately 5,000 feet above sea level, so visitors should take some precautions. There’s less oxygen at high altitude, so take it easy and remember to drink plenty of water. If you’re going to be outdoors, remember to apply sunscreen. Skin burns easily in the thin air.

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For more info about the Colorado State University Army ROTC program, contact Peter Bleich at peter.bleich@colostate.edu, call 970-988-0174 or visit armyrotc.colostate.edu today.

Cache la Poudre

You’re bound to hear about the Cache La Poudre River, or as the locals refer to it the Poudre. This beautiful river flows through Fort Collins and the Poudre Canyon. With headwaters in the northern part of Rocky Mountain National Park, the river stretches 126 miles. The river was named in 1820 by a group of French trappers, who hid their gun powder — poudre — nearby. The Poudre has always served as one of the area's greatest natural resources and although it has changed over time, the river remains one of Fort Collins' greatest attractions and a favorite place to spend a summer afternoon.

The Cache La Poudre River is a highlight of visiting Fort Collins and offers activities for people of all ages. In the summer enjoy fishing, swimming, and tubing along the river or head up the canyon and try rafting. Enjoy Fort Collins's new whitewater park near Old Town to start exploring the river. Or simply find a comfy spot along the bank to enjoy the beautiful weather and sights that Fort Collins has to offer.

For more info on Fort Collins Whitewater Park go to: fcgov.com/parks/poudre-river-park

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