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Colorado
Larimer County
Fort Collins

Horsetooth Reservoir – Sunrise Beach loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Colorado
Larimer County
Fort Collins

Horsetooth Reservoir – Sunrise Beach loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

Moderate

4.8

(2442)

15,049

hikers

Horsetooth Reservoir – Sunrise Beach loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

02:41

9.56km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.52 km

Maxwell Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

Maxwell Natural Area is a foothills area with views of the surrounding mountains and the city of Fort Collins. Within the park is the 1.5-mile Maxwell Trail that connects with the 9.6-mile Foothills Trail that travels through the city.

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2

2.94 km

Horsetooth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

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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3

5.21 km

Sunrise Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sunrise Beach is a popular swimming spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a small sandy beach, picnic tables and pavilions, as well as a designated swimming area free of boats and paddle boards.

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4

5.52 km

Overlooking the water and foothills from a highpoint Sunrise Picnic Area is scenic spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a large parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, …

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B

9.56 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.42 km

2.55 km

248 m

242 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.93 km

1.53 km

468 m

442 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,710 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

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