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River Bluffs Open Space
4.6 ★★★★★ 149 Google reviews · Running trail in Windsor, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from River Bluffs Open Space's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
Park featuring paths for biking, plus picnic tables by the Cache Poudre River.
What runners say about River Bluffs Open Space
“It has bathrooms during the warm season, ample parking, bike racks, benches, trails, beautiful views, and I was even lucky enough to see some wild life.”
River bluffs open space is a nice area. It has bathrooms during the warm season, ample parking, bike racks, benches, trails, beautiful views, and I was even lucky enough to see some wild life. I am really enjoying seeing these parts with snow! Enjoy!
I love riding this trail and enjoying nature’s delights. I just happened to be driving by today and spotted this majestic bald eagle!
Great spot to stop and let the dogs run, and to rest up. Bathrooms with running water is always a plus. Lots of options..fishing, walking/hiking, saw biking, camping..and not way overcrowded (weekday in July)
We took the trail mid-June and it was a great experience. My son loved well-groomed trails, river access and amazing wildlife. The trail is most suitable for adults who are seeking to improve your Fitness level hiking biking and River exploring for children under 10.
Trail conditions & character
“It has bathrooms during the warm season, ample parking, bike racks, benches, trails, beautiful views, and I was even lucky enough to see some wild life.”
“It has bathrooms during the warm season, ample parking, bike racks, benches, trails, beautiful views, and I was even lucky enough to see some wild life.”
“Nice and quiet place to chill by the river or walk down the walking path or head east and walk around the lake bring your dog if you have one.”
“It has bathrooms during the warm season, ample parking, bike racks, benches, trails, beautiful views, and I was even lucky enough to see some wild life.”
“Enjoy the wildlife and scenery on the paved concrete trail as it winds through reservoirs.”
“The trail is most suitable for adults who are seeking to improve your Fitness level hiking biking and River exploring for children under 10.”
Plan your run at River Bluffs Open Space
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitelarimer.org
- Phone(970) 498-7000
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
Running trails near Windsor
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Kyger Reservoir
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Frank State Wildlife Trailhead
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Tranquil preserve featuring paved trails for walking and bicycling, plus a river and dog-friendly areas.
Windsor Highlands Park
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Kids-focused park featuring a dragon-themed playground, swings, a castle and grassy fields.
