Our Horsetooth Mountain Landscape

 04/30/2025  |  05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
  Horsetooth Mountain Open Space

Guided Hike/Program - Mixed Ages

What’s in a name? A whole lot if your name is Horsetooth Mountain, and your profile is part of Fort Collins’ City logo. In this 90-minute guided hike, we’ll explore the geologic, topographic and ecologic features of our area’s most iconic natural landmark. The hike courses along the lower part of the Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, where you’ll learn about the area’s unique geology, vegetation, and even its centuries-old creation stories, passed down by our area’s first residents. This program is best for Ages 12 yrs. - adult We will meet at the main parking lot for Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. Participants will hike about 1-1.5 miles. This activity is rated: moderate (slow pace, dirt surface, large rocks, some elevation gain). Pit toilets and potable water available at the trailhead. Challenges: rocky terrain, steep areas of the trail, little shade. Program is free but day-use or annual parking permit and registration are required. Horsetooth Mountain Open Space charges a $10 day use fee; if you would like to explore Horsetooth Mountain Open Space without paying the fee, you can check out a Discover Pack from a local library or one of our offices: https://www.larimer.gov/naturalresources/discover-pack Participants should bring: Smartphone with camera Sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen) Wear comfortable hiking/walking shoes Water Insect repellant (optional) Snacks Clothing appropriate for the weather Backpack (to carry it all) Weather dependent.

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