The Top 9 Lakes around Laporte
Looking to visit the best lakes around Laporte? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Laporte’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 1, 2025
Prospect Ponds Natural Area
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Over 100 species of birds live here, including black-crowned night-herons, bald eagles, Swainsons hawks, great horned owls, wood ducks, and hooded mergansers.
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Horsetooth Reservoir
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The Horstooth Reservoir is located at the West of Fort Collines. It is 6,5 milles long, which is great for a bike ride !
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Sheldon Lake
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This little lake in Fort Collins City Park has a paved lake path which circumnavigates the water, taking you on a loop along the bank.
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Riverbend Ponds
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Riverbend Ponds in the Riverbend Ponds Natural Area is a runner's paradise, offering diverse landscapes. Explore a stretch of the Poudre River, several ponds, and wetlands, including seven former gravel …
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Pineridge Natural Area
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The Pineridge Natural Area offers a handful of hiking trails and its own lake (Dixon Reservoir) on the eastern banks of the super popular Horsetooth Reservoir. You can connect to …
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