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Fossil Creek – The Gardens on Spring Creek loop from Ross Natural Area

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Fossil Creek – The Gardens on Spring Creek loop from Ross Natural Area

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Fossil Creek – The Gardens on Spring Creek loop from Ross Natural Area

01:08

18.9km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.0 km for 161 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.07 km

Fossil Creek

Highlight • River

Here you are within sight of Fossil Creek. This river is a natural habitat for many birds and has encouraged the creation of a natural area of tranquility for wildlife. The trail crosses this sanctuary.

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7.00 km

Redtail Grove Natural Area

Highlight • Forest

Recently opened to the public, Redtail Grove Natural Area is a prime location in Fort Collins for outdoor exploration and wildlife viewing.

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14.0 km

The Gardens on Spring Creek

Highlight • Natural

The Gardens on Spring Creek feature 12 acres of botanical gardens and over 300 butterflies in a butterfly house. There are also art exhibits, sculptures, and live music events. This …

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14.3 km

Spring Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Spring Creek Trail totals over 7 miles of paved path. It's a really popular commuter trail and offers views of a couple ponds in a wetland environment through this area.

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16.2 km

Rolland Moore Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This little park has a couple of shelters, a playground, a four-plex lighted ball field, a horseshoe pit, and courts for basketball, volleyball and tennis.

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18.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.1 km

502 m

211 m

105 m

Surfaces

16.0 km

2.75 km

168 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,570 m)

Lowest point (1,510 m)

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Saturday 27 June

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Fossil Creek – The Gardens on Spring Creek loop from Ross Natural Area

Fossil Creek

Redtail Grove Natural Area

The Gardens on Spring Creek

Spring Creek Trail

Rolland Moore Park

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