Bobcat ridge

Mule Deer

Foothills Trail

Riverbend Ponds

Natural Areas Finder

Natural areas are naturally yours! You are welcome to explore and help care for these special places. The City's Natural Areas Program manages over 40 sites, 32,000 acres, so there is likely a natural area near you! Each natural area does not have its own website yet, but that is planned.

Map of Fort Collins Natural Areas (PDF) includes trails, recreation and stewardship information

Bobcat Ridge Natural Area

Soapstone Prairie Natural Area

Gateway Natural Area

Things to do and recreation at Natural Areas

Fort Collins Natural Areas Home Page

Programs

Adopt a Natural Area Certify Your Natural Area Enhancement Fund Master Naturalists Rangers Volunteer Opportunities

General Information

> Natural Areas FinderPrimrose Studio Trail Conditions Journal Annual Report Recreation Map (PDF)Wildlife Backyard Wildlife Habitat Native Plants FAQs

Documents & Information

Plans & Policies Regulations (Chapter 23, Article IX of Municipal Code)Permit Application (PDF/40K)Easements