Easy hikes and walks in Larimer County
4.7
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12,325
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Exploring Larimer County on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Larimer County. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.
Last updated: October 9, 2025
4.3
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141
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1. Estes Lake loop — Estes Park, Colorado
6.22km
01:38
50m
50m
Paved lakeside loop through Estes Valley with elk sightings and mountain views at every turn.
Easy
4.8
(4)
102
hikers
2. Wild Loop Trail — Devil's Backbone Open Space
4.06km
01:07
60m
60m
Dramatic sandstone spine trail with towering rock formations and the famous Keyhole arch framing Front Range views.
Easy
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5.0
(1)
73
hikers
3. Ute Trail to Timberline Pass — Rocky Mountain National Park
6.07km
01:41
110m
110m
Historic Ute Indian route through alpine tundra with sweeping views of Longs Peak.
Easy
5.0
(3)
50
hikers
4. Overlook Trail — Maxwell Natural Area
6.80km
01:57
170m
170m
Meadow trail through Fort Collins' backyard with wildlife spotting and reservoir views from the summit.
Easy
4.8
(4)
35
hikers
5. Twin Owls loop via Lumpy Ridge Trail — Rocky Mountain National Park
2.65km
00:51
110m
120m
Rocky Mountain loop beneath towering Twin Owls granite formations shaped over 1.8 billion years.
Easy
29
hikers
6. Dixon Reservoir Loop Trail — Pineridge Natural Area
3.29km
00:51
20m
20m
Peaceful reservoir loop through prairie grasslands with prairie dogs, herons, and prime birding spots.
Easy
24
hikers
7. Dowdy Lake — Red Feather Lakes — Roosevelt National Forest
3.57km
00:55
10m
10m
Peaceful lakeside loop through fragrant ponderosa pines with calm waters reflecting Colorado's rolling hills.
Easy
16
hikers
8. Riverbend Ponds Loop — Fort Collins
4.05km
01:01
0m
0m
Peaceful wetland loop through former gravel pits where 200+ bird species gather near Fort Collins.
Easy
5.0
(1)
14
hikers
9. Arapaho Bend Natural Area loop — East Harmony Road
6.78km
01:42
10m
10m
Urban oasis with pond loops, historic cabin ruins, and 80+ bird species minutes from Fort Collins.
Easy
14
hikers
Foothills loop combining Horsetooth Reservoir views with prairie wildlife and peaceful Dixon Reservoir.
Easy
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