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Fort-Collins
Eden Index
Climate
8.6
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
3.7
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
Fort Collins, located in northern Colorado, has a semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and dry with temperatures averaging in the mid-80s°F, while winters are cold and snowy with temperatures averaging in the low 30s°F. The city is situated along the Cache la Poudre River, which provides a vital source of water for the community. However, the river also carries high levels of sediment and nutrients, leading to concerns about water quality. Fort Collins offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and biking trails, fishing, and water sports on Horsetooth Reservoir. The city is also home to Colorado State University and a vibrant downtown with shops, restaurants, and cultural events.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.6
Fort-Collins receives approximately
401mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 61%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Fort-Collins has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
South Platte
Area Rivers
South Platte
Snowpack Depths
South Platte
Reservoir Storage Capacity
South Platte
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Lake - North Side Campgrounds | None | 5,792 ft | |||
| Inlet Bay - Horsetooth Reservoir | None | 5,437 ft | |||
| Pinewood Reservoir | 22 | 6,604 ft | |||
| Standley Lake | None | 5,530 ft | |||
| Clear Creek RV Park | 36 | 5,684 ft | |||
| South Bay - Horsetooth Reservoir | None | 5,435 ft | |||
| Union Reservoir | 42 | 4,957 ft | |||
| Carter Lake - South Side Campgrounds | None | 5,711 ft | |||
| St. Vrain State Park | 87 | 4,850 ft | |||
| Flatiron Reservoir | None | 5,483 ft | |||
| Curt Gowdy State Park | None | 7,593 ft | |||
| Boulder County Fairground | None | 4,974 ft | |||
| Meadow Park | None | 5,349 ft | |||
| Boyd Lake State Park | 148 | 4,991 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 3.7
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.