Show threadRon ParsonsJul 31, 2023
@mycotropic
You can also access the northern part of the open space from the trailhead for Arthur’s Rock in Lory State Park. #HorsetoothMOS has a fee, but if you have a state parks pass, Lory is a better bet (and the parking lot is bigger). #FortCollins tourism freebie 😉
Show threadRon ParsonsJul 31, 2023

@mycotropic
Some areas have good tree coverage. At #HorsetoothMOS , the north part of the park (next to Lory) has good tree coverage once you hike up out of the valley. There is a small parking lot at the Soderberg Trailhead that has the easiest access, but it gets full fast.

I feel your pain about bad knees. I cycle so I can hike (with good poles) and I can day hike pretty well.

If you haven’t tried Brainard Lake yet, that’s another good (but busy!) place. Usually see moose up there.

Show threadRon ParsonsJul 15, 2023
One of the deer I saw. Also saw at least three does with fawns (single, twins, and maybe triplets)
#deer #FortCollins #HorsetoothMOS
Ron ParsonsJul 15, 2023
The new connector trail between the Nomad and Stout Trails is really nice. Lets you have a nice loop hike and you can avoid Towers Trail other than crossing it. Lots of deer this morning. Cacti are close to blooming. #Bloomscrolling #FortCollins #HorsetoothMOS