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:
"Volunteers are great!
If you want to volunteer
call: 970-336-4044 or send an email to: poudretrail@greeleygov.com"
Volunteers currently needed for:
We have many winter projects that we are looking to complete in the upcoming months. Please contact us if you are interested in assisting.
Call: 970-336-4044
Email: poudretrail@greeleygov.com
The Poudre River Trail Needs Volunteers!
Poudre River Trail Corridor, Inc. is a non-profit organization that relies heavily on the hard work and generousity of volunteers.
21 miles of pavement, grasses, native plants and trees takes a great deal of effort to maintain. In addition, we have special events where we need volunteers to help promote, organize, fill event positions, and clean-up.
Volunteers are needed for the following opportunities:
- Mowing and Weed trimming
- Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
- Noxious Weed Pulling
- Adopt-a-trail groups - adopt a section of the trail
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Organize a volunteer event or educational event on the trail for:
- Earth Day, April 22nd
- River Cleanup Week, May
- National Trails Day, June 4th
- Colorado Cares Day, July
- National Public Lands Day, September
- Serve Outside, September
- Make A Difference Day, October
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Community Events
- The Poudre Trail-athlon in May 2012
- The Poudre River Trail Challenge in September 2012
- Trail Ambassador Program beginning in Summer 2012
- ...And much more!!
You can make a difference. Commit to once a month or once a week. We are happy to work with your schedule.
Please contact the trail office to find out more.
Poudre River Trail Corridor, Inc.
Mike Sidwell, Trail Manager
1100 10th St., Suite 2216
Greeley, CO 80634
970-336-4044
poudretrail@greeleygov.com
Thanks, we couldn't do it without you!