Poudre River Trail
Greeley • Windsor • Weld County • Colorado
A 21-mile paved recreation trail that wanders along the majestic Cache la Poudre River from Greeley to Windsor through Weld County, Colorado.
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We invite you
to come enjoy
our beautiful trail
that winds along the
Cache la Poudre River. -
The paved path has gentle grades, few traffic crossings, exposure to nature and wildlife, and great exercise: a perfect family outing. -
Enchanting waterscapes are everywhere along the trail. -
The Poudre trail is a pleasant walking trail with lovely views of
the river and the
meadows. -
The Poudre Learning Center is a premier facility for learning that focuses on the importance of history and science of the Cache la Poudre River in Weld County Colorado. -
See the seasons change...enjoy exquisite autumn colors when the cottonwoods change to a brilliant yellow against the deep blue Colorado skies. -
The Poudre River Trail Corridor is a bird watchers paradise. There are bald eagles, golden eagles, pelicans, red-tailed hawks, blue herons and more. -
There are decorative red granite markers every 1/4 mile and award-winning story posts to guide your way. -
The backdrop is the expansive views of the peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park -
We welcome volunteers to help us with trail maintenance and events. -
The Poudre River meanders through the high prairie in Weld County Colorado between Greeley and Windsor -
Informative and educational signs are located along the trail to help you learn about the wildlife and the history of the area.
Penelope says:
"There are many places to
link up to the trail!"
Directions to the Poudre River Trail
The Poudre River Trail is located in Weld County, Colorado. The trail runs in an east-west direction between Windsor and Greeley. It is approximately 50 miles north of the Denver Metropolitan area, just east of Interstate 25. There are several locations to catch the trail depending on where you are coming from.
Are you looking for a bike trail, a running trail, a place to roller blade or just a nice long walk? The Poudre River Trail makes a perfect day trip if you are coming from Denver or Cheyenne. It is very convenient if you live in Fort Collins, Longmont, Brighton, Evans or other communities in Weld or Larimer County. It provides an excellent opportunity for a peaceful day away from traffic and congestion. The trail can be a great family outing that provides a fun educational opportunity for the kids and great recreational activities for people of all ages.
Coming from Interstate 25
- Exit going East at Exit No. 262 onto Highway 392 going towards Windsor
- Go East for 1.5 miles, turn left (North) onto County Road 3
- Turn right (East) onto County Road 32E
- The entrance to River Bluffs Open Space will be on your right in 0.25 miles
Here you will find a shady parking lot, restrooms, a drinking fountain and picnic tables. The trail starts at the west end of the parking lot.
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Coming From Highway 85
- Head toward Greeley on Highway 85
- Exit at 5th Street, going west
- Turn north (right) at 11th Avenue
- Turn west (left) at D Street
- Continue until just west of the Arena, at the stop sign turn north (right) onto N 14th Avenue.
- Drive north to the Bunkhouse building. Drive around the Bunkhouse to the parking lot behind.
- The Poudre River Trailhead is at the north end of the lot.
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From Greeley
There are several trailhead locations where you can hook up with the trail in Greeley
- LINK Island Grove Park, 14th Avenue and D Street
- LINK Poudre Ponds Recreational Fishery, N. 35th Avenue 0.3 miles North of W. F Street
- LINK Rover Run Dog Park, 5207 F Street
- LINK Poudre River Ranch Natural Area, N. 71st Avenue
- LINK Poudre Learning Center, W. F Street and N 83rd Avenue
From Windsor
There are many trailhead locations to catch the trail in Windsor.
- LINK Kodak Watchable Wildlife Area, Highway 257, 1 mile South of Eastman Park Drive
- LINK Eastman Park, 7th Street and Eastman Park Drive
- LINK Frank State Wildlife Area, 1/2 mile South of Highway 392 on Weld County Road 13
- LINK River Bluffs Open Space, Larimer County Road 32E and County Road 3