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Maxwell Natural Area – Ridgeline Trail loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

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Maxwell Natural Area – Ridgeline Trail loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

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Maxwell Natural Area – Ridgeline Trail loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

02:16

8.03km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.65 km

Maxwell Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

Maxwell Natural Area is a foothills area with views of the surrounding mountains and the city of Fort Collins. Within the park is the 1.5-mile Maxwell Trail that connects with the 9.6-mile Foothills Trail that travels through the city.

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3.77 km

Ridgeline Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Ridgeline Trail, as the name indicates, traverses a long ridge next to the road on the northwestern side of Horsetooth Reservoir, connecting the Sunrise and Rotary Park Day Use …

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4.97 km

Horsetooth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Horstooth Reservoir is located at the West of Fort Collines. It is 6,5 milles long, which is great for a bike ride !

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8.03 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.91 km

2.12 km

621 m

219 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.43 km

1.37 km

672 m

457 m

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Tuesday 2 June

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11°C

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