Coyote Ridge Hike: Explore the Geology, Plants, and Wildlife of This Unique Natural Area
05/09/2026
| 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Coyote Ridge Natural Area
Natural Discoveries (Community Program)
Where: Coyote Ridge Natural Area. Meet in the parking lot by the kiosk. Activity Description: Come explore the geology, plants, and wildlife of Coyote Ridge Natural Area! This remarkable landscape allows visitors to quite literally walk back through geological time while enjoying abundant opportunities to see wildlife, wildflowers, and sweeping views. During our walk, we’ll delve into the area’s deep geological history, examine fossils that reveal ancient environments, and get to know the unique plants and animals that call this critical habitat home. What to bring: sunscreen, hat, water, shacks, good walking shoes, walking poles if preferred. Accessibility: 2 miles round trip. There is an option to go up to the top of the ridge (4 miles round trip) if people want to. Mostly gravel road with some uphill climbs. There is a toilet at the 1 mile mark.
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Thank you Fort Collins and Larimer County voters! Your support of citizen-initiated sales taxes makes land conservation and educational activities like this possible.
Lauren Hennessey
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Public Engagement Specialist
City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department
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Leader/Volunteer Info
Nancy R - Volunteer Naturalist
I moved to Fort Collins from North Carolina in January 2025, and retired recently from a career in computer technology. My husband and I love the beauty of Colorado’s natural landscapes and we share have a deep passion for conservation. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to help preserve our community outdoor spaces for future generations, and I am grateful to be part of a community that values the protection of our natural areas.
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