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Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area, Fort Collins

4.6
#5 of 9 in Wildlife in Fort Collins
Nature / Park · Hidden Gem · Wildlife Area
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Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area reviews

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  • By CatherineRMi
    Nice trail. Saw lots of birds. Three different trails. Very peaceful. Saw a hawk and blue heron nests.  more »
  • By Doug K
    If you dare venture off the paved trails you run the risk of severe reprimand. Still there is little reason to explore as the main features of the area are easily viewed from the trails. Expect many....  more »
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  • By Daniel Feldman
    Nice place for a stroll or quick picnic. Trails are limited in number and interest, and any off-trail use is discouraged, so it feels pretty underwhelming. Good for bird watchers though. I like that it offers a natural corridor in the midst of the craptacularly overpopulated front range.
  • By Trippy Pupz
    Spacious walk way , couldn’t skate but enjoyed lunch and the birding views from the picnic tables. Excellent condition and a beautiful end of summer day
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