Riverbank Stabilization Construction Closure
The Duran section of the Poudre River Trail in Greeley, from 59th Avenue to 71st Avenue, will close for reconstruction and riverbank stabilization starting October 10, lasting six to eight weeks. There is no detour, so trail users will need to plan accordingly. The trail will remain open west of 71st Avenue and east of 59th Avenue, with access to the Sheep Draw Trail available at 59th Avenue and F Street. This project will also move the trail further from the river to reduce flooding and erosion risks. The total project cost is $604,149, with $261,977 coming from a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant and the remaining $342,172 coming from City of Greeley and Weld County. Updates will be available on COTREX and the city’s social media channels.
Explore this regional, paved, multi-use trail that connects communities across the northern Front Range. By foot or bike, this trail has something for everyone. It follows the Cache la Poudre River and travels through the Cache la Poudre National Heritage Area, which recognizes the river's cultural and natural importance.
Hours: Open 365 days from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset
Island Grove Trailhead
Features and Amenities:
- Trash can
- Parking
- Portable restroom
- Interpretive signage
- Bike repair station
- Benches and seating
- No drinking water
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Poudre Ponds Recreational Fishery Trailhead
Features and Amenities:
- Trash can
- Parking
- Portable restroom
- Benches and seating
- No drinking water
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Rover Run Dog Park Trailhead
Features and Amenities:
- Trash can
- Parking
- Dog park
- Benches and seating
- No drinking water
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Signature Bluffs Natural Area Trailhead
Features and Amenities:
- Trash can
- Parking
- Portable restroom
- Interpretive signage
- Bike repair station
- Benches and seating
- No drinking water
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Poudre Learning Center
Features and Amenities:
- Trash can
- Parking
- Portable restroom
- Interpretive signage
- Benches and seating
- No drinking water
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Allowed Activities:
- Bicycling
- Walking
- Wildlife viewing
- Leashed dog
Prohibited Activities:
- Fires
- Camping
- Hunting
- Horse riding
- Motorized vehicles
Difficulty: Flat, paved trail.
Trail Conditions and Closures: Check COTREX.
Wildlife: In addition to the trailheads noted above, the Poudre River Trail travels through Cottonwood Bend Natural Area. Check out the plants and animals that have been reported here, and contribute your own observations.