Cache La Poudre River – Frank State Wildlife Area loop from Northridge High School

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Cache La Poudre River – Frank State Wildlife Area loop from Northridge High School

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Cache La Poudre River – Frank State Wildlife Area loop from Northridge High School

03:06

54.5km

110m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

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2.51 km

Poudre Learning Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The Poudre Learning Center right next to the Poudre River Trail is a great place for children and families to learn all about the natural history of the region. The …

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6.07 km

Cache La Poudre River

Highlight • River

At this location, the Poudre River Trail crosses the Poudre River over a bridge. The Jones Ditch is one of the earliest ditches that are still operating today and is …

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14.4 km

Eastman Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Eastman Park is a great place to relax or do some outdoor recreation such as hiking along the beautiful Poudre River Trail, kayaking, canoeing or biking. The park features ample …

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20.4 km

Jodee Reservoir

Lake

21.7 km

The Frank State Wildlife Area has several ponds and is a great place for birdwatching, as well as fishing. A large stretch of the Poudre River Trail runs through the wildlife area, making for a very scenic ride.

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21.7 km

Poudre River Trail

Highlight • Trail

Meandering along the Poudre River, this trail invites you to enjoy the nature with its stands of cottonwood trees and wetland meadows away from the city noise. The trail stretches …

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26.9 km

Carved pelican and pelican benches

Highlight • Monument

This pelican sculpture was carved from a cottonwood tree and sits near the banks of the Poudre River near the Pelican Lakes Gold Course. The pelican is the symbol of the town of Windsor Colorado.

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47.6 km

Poudre River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Poudre River Trail is a 21-mile long multi-use trail. It is fully paved and follows the Cache la Poudre River. It is a popular trail, so make sure that you are aware of other path users.

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54.4 km

Signature Bluffs Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

Signature Bluffs Natural Area is located in Greeley, Colorado and spans 86 acres along the Cache la Poudre River. This beautiful natural area features diverse habitats, including cottonwood stands, cattail …

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