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Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 296 Google reviews · Running trail in Loveland, Colorado · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Bobcat Ridge Natural Area yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Hiking and biking trails, along with an easy walk, through a park overlooking the prairie.
What runners say about Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
“It's a beautiful area with plenty of trails to hike, bike, or ride your horse on.”
“Trails are well maintained and lead up into the foothills, and are great for trail running.”
“There is always a breeze here, and it makes it even more serene and peaceful!”
“There are a lot of different hiking trails to choose from for all levels of expertise.”
Lovely bit of public land that is great for hiking and all kinds of exploration, west of Fort Collins and near the crossroads of Masonville. Trails are well maintained and lead up into the foothills, and are great for trail running. There are pit toilets at the trailhead, and great parking.
A great free place to hike close to Fort Collins. Getting here is easy, the parking lot has plenty of space, and it's totally free. The trail is a wide, well maintained, groomed path. You've got quite a few offshoot options for trails and the main loop is a great length.
Such a beautiful experience. I highly recommend this area if you're seeking something close. There are easy/moderate/difficult paths available. Such a family friendly place. Horse friendly and mountain bike friendly!
This is probably one of the nicest equestrian trailheads I have ever been to. Other places should take note, because this is the primo way to do it and is so appreciated by my friends and I!
Trail conditions & character
“It's a beautiful area with plenty of trails to hike, bike, or ride your horse on.”
“The trails closer to the parking lot are a lot easier, but still some pretty steep stuff.”
“There is always a breeze here, and it makes it even more serene and peaceful!”
Plan your run at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitefcgov.com
- Phone+1 970-416-2815
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