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Sunrise Beach – Horsetooth Reservoir loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

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Sunrise Beach – Horsetooth Reservoir loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

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Sunrise Beach – Horsetooth Reservoir loop from Saddle Ridge Natural Area

01:33

12.8km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.63 km

Maxwell Natural Area

Highlight • Natural

Maxwell Natural Area is a foothills area with views of the surrounding mountains and the city of Fort Collins. Within the park is the 1.5-mile Maxwell Trail that connects with the 9.6-mile Foothills Trail that travels through the city.

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2

5.15 km

Sunrise Picnic Area & Beach Access

Highlight • Beach

Overlooking the water and foothills from a highpoint Sunrise Picnic Area is scenic spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a large parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, …

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3

5.46 km

Sunrise Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sunrise Beach is a popular swimming spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a small sandy beach, picnic tables and pavilions, as well as a designated swimming area free of boats and paddle boards.

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4

7.72 km

Horsetooth Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Horstooth Reservoir is located at the West of Fort Collines. It is 6,5 milles long, which is great for a bike ride !

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12.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.43 km

2.28 km

2.21 km

1.34 km

263 m

153 m

140 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

1.66 km

431 m

380 m

< 100 m

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