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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area Trailhead and Parking

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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area Trailhead and Parking

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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area Trailhead and Parking

Name: Riverbend Ponds Natural Area Trailhead and Parking
Rating: 2

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

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1. Riverbend Ponds Loop — Fort Collins

4.05km

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Peaceful wetland loop through former gravel pits where 200+ bird species gather near Fort Collins.

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2. Riverbend Ponds loop from Boxelder Estates

4.33km

01:06

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Riverbend Ponds loop from Boxelder Estates

3.83km

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

August 1, 2023

Riverbend Ponds Natural Area is a beautiful wetland area with many small ponds along the Poudre River. Accessible via car or bike trail, this area is offers a lot of biological diversity that thrives along the banks of seven former gravel mine ponds, which are stocked by the Colorado Division of Wildlife with largemouth bass, crappie, and channel catfish for people to fish. There are also over 200 species of birds that feed, rest, nest, and migrate through for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike to enjoy. There are flat, beautiful trails and boardwalks throughout the Riverbend Ponds Natural Area.

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Elevation 1,490 m

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

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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area Trailhead and Parking

1. Riverbend Ponds Loop — Fort Collins

2. Riverbend Ponds loop from Boxelder Estates

3. Riverbend Ponds loop from Boxelder Estates

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