Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

Category: Hiking area in Fort Collins, Colorado

Address: Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA

Phone: +19704162815

Opening hours

Sunday: 5AM–11PM

Monday: 5AM–11PM

Tuesday: 5AM–11PM

Wednesday: 5AM–11PM

Thursday: 5AM–11PM

Friday: 5AM–11PM

Saturday: 5AM–11PM

Reviews

Breck DeBernardi

Jul 29, 2022

Non hikers- family vacation of 18 went on this hike from ages 12 to 64. We all enjoyed it, some more than others. We were hoping to see a bear but did see deer, birds, and other smaller animals. Oh wait, we saw a rattlesnake! Crazy scary but super cool. Beautiful views and great pictures. Trails were nice but rocky and did find ourselves looking down.

Reid May

Jul 8, 2021

Nice easy to access area. I started from the parking area next to Claymore Lake taking the Michaud Spur up to the top of the ridge, and back down. I think it was around 1.5 miles each way. It was quite hot today but the breeze at the top was a nice reward!

Michael Paisis (PofC)

Feb 8, 2021

Very nice reservoir to relax or hike down to it and enjoy the beutiful views. What more can you ask for? How about a beach that you can go down to it and walk! Enjoy!

Brian Baker

Jan 9, 2021

Great area for an easy hike/bike with a couple of intermediate slopes and panoramic views! There are some nice spots to see the reservoirs along the way, as well as a couple of ridgeback meadows perfect for finding deer, etc. Be prepared to hike along rock and occasional mud, which may be frozen in winter months!

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Questions & Answers

Is there camping in this area?

Kaci Pickett | Nov 5, 2019
Wade Owens | Nov 6, 2019

Yes, there is camping in nearby Lory State Park along with other spots along Horsetooth Reservoir and a KOA C.G. a mile or 2 east.

What is the distance from the Michaud Lane trailhead to the top of the ridge, and what is the altitude gain?

Judithann Poers | Nov 5, 2019
Wade Owens | Nov 6, 2019

Agreed Luke. You also gain upwards of 500 ft in elevation when hiking to that highest point with the view. One of my favorite areas close to FoCo!

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