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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area, Fort Collins

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#6 of 9 in Wildlife in Fort Collins
Wildlife Area · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By TeacherDoris
    It is a great place to watch water fowl. There are several former gravel pit ponds. The paths wind around them. The Poudre River is on the west. Parking lots off of prospect and off timberline. Go...  more »
  • By DogDoggie
    My dog and I had a great early morning walk. Easy to find...right off the main street...but seems like the middle of nowhere. Beautiful birds and ducks and rabbits etc. My dog went for a chilly.....  more »
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  • By Diane Jones
    This is a great place to go for a walk for some exercise, and it is in town. Scenery and wild life make you feel like you are a long ways from the hustle and bustle. There are plenty of people around, which makes me feel a lot safer than some paths/trails.
  • By Grant Christopher
    Multiple loops around multiple ponds. Neat man made land bridges. Some wood bridges. Hidden cattail walk in the north neighborhood entrance. Plenty of small bluegill. Good spots for elderly or handicapped. High foot traffic and blind corners everywhere. Hazardous to ride bike here.
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