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Coyote Ridge Natural Area Trailhead

Coyote Ridge Natural Area Trailhead

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Coyote Ridge Natural Area Trailhead

Name: Coyote Ridge Natural Area Trailhead
Rating: 2

Recommended by 2 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado, United States

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1. Coyote Ridge to Devil's Backbone — Devil's Backbone Natural Area

30.7km

08:48

720m

Rocky hogback trail through prairie dog colonies with Front Range views and iconic Devil's Backbone formation.

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2. Ridge to Ridge Trail — Coyote Ridge Nature Area

11.0km

02:52

80m

Prairie meets mountains trail with prairie dogs, hogback ridges, and Front Range views.

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3. Coyote Ridge Trail switchbacks – Rim Rock Open Space loop from Registry Ridge

11.0km

03:11

280m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

August 1, 2023

The Coyote Ridge Natural Area is south of Fort Collins where the foothills meet the plains. In this unique ecosystem you might see all sorts of wildlife like including mule deer, coyotes, and sometimes mountain lions, bears, and rattlesnakes (dogs are not allowed in this area). The main Coyote Ridge Trail links to the Devils Backbone Open Space, Loveland's Prairie Ridge Natural Area, Rimrock Open Space, Prairie Ridge Natural Area, and the Blue Sky Trail. You get great views of the Front Range, eastern plains, and Cheyenne Ridge to the north as you explore this area. In addition to fellow hikers you might see mountain bikers, horseback riders, and long-distance runners sharing the trails with you.

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Elevation 1,560 m

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Location: Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado, United States

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Coyote Ridge Natural Area Trailhead

1. Coyote Ridge to Devil's Backbone — Devil's Backbone Natural Area

2. Ridge to Ridge Trail — Coyote Ridge Nature Area

3. Coyote Ridge Trail switchbacks – Rim Rock Open Space loop from Registry Ridge

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