POUDRE PARK

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PARKS COLORADO

Poudre Park


May 2, 2024

Poudre Park is a small community located in northern Colorado, just outside of Fort Collins. This area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as it is situated along the Cache la Poudre River and surrounded by the Rocky Mountains.

Some great reasons to visit Poudre Park include hiking, kayaking, fishing, and camping. The area is home to several hiking trails, including the Arthur's Rock Trail and the Greyrock Trail. Visitors can also enjoy kayaking or rafting on the Cache la Poudre River, which offers both calm stretches and rapids. Additionally, the area has numerous fishing spots, with trout being the most common catch.

One of the most popular points of interest in Poudre Park is the Mishawaka Amphitheatre, which hosts concerts and other events throughout the year. Another attraction is the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area, which includes several historic sites and museums that celebrate the area's natural and cultural heritage.

Interesting facts about Poudre Park include its designation as a dark sky community, meaning that the area has minimized light pollution to allow for optimal stargazing. Additionally, the community is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, and black bears.

The best time to visit Poudre Park is in the summer months, when the weather is warm and the river is at its highest levels. However, visitors should be aware that the area can experience sudden changes in weather, so it is important to come prepared with appropriate gear.




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BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
CHEESEMAN DAM TO WIGMAN CLUB
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER CREEK TO CHEESEMAN RESERVOIR
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
PRIVATE LAND TO CONFLUENCE WITH BEAVER CREEK
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado

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