RIVERBEND PONDS

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PARKS COLORADO

Riverbend Ponds


May 2, 2024

Riverbend Ponds is a beautiful nature reserve located in the state of Colorado, USA. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and adventurers seeking to experience the great outdoors. The reserve is spread over 212 acres and is home to several species of birds, fish, and mammals.

Visitors to Riverbend Ponds can indulge in a wide range of activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, and picnicking. The reserve is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with several species of birds, including blue herons, hawks, and eagles, regularly spotted in the area.

One of the main attractions of Riverbend Ponds is the scenic Poudre River, which runs through the reserve. The river is a great place for fishing, kayaking, and rafting. Visitors can also explore the several ponds and wetlands in the area, which are home to several species of fish and waterfowl.

Interesting facts about Riverbend Ponds include the fact that it is a popular spot for wildlife photographers and that it is a designated Wildlife Viewing Area. The reserve is also home to several rare and endangered species of wildlife, including the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse and the Swift Fox.

The best time to visit Riverbend Ponds is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and the wildlife is most active. However, visitors can also enjoy the reserve during the spring and fall when the foliage is at its most vibrant.

Overall, Riverbend Ponds is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers seeking to experience the great outdoors in Colorado.




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Rafting & Kayaking

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

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