Fort Collins Over 50 Healthy and Happy Meetup

Join us for an invigorating early evening walking adventure tailored for members of the Fort Collins Over 50 Healthy and Happy Meetup group. We will explore the picturesque trails of Fort Collin's Spring Canyon Park, immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature, and enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded individuals. This event is perfect for those looking to stay active, connect with new friends, and simply have a great time outdoors. The two-mile loop is on a concrete trail and should take 45 minutes to an hour.

This event is open to all fitness levels and is even wheelchair friendly. Dogs on leashes are invited too! Come breathe in the fresh mountain air, soak in the stunning scenery, and make unforgettable memories with our fantastic group. Don't miss out on this opportunity to blend fitness, fun, and friendship in the great outdoors!

To get to Spring Canyon Park take Horsetooth Road west until it stops! The park is on the right. Pull into the park and make a right to park. We will meet at the playground area near the restrooms. We leave at 7:00 sharp so plan to be there a little before to park.

Let's take a few dirt roads (all passable in a 2 wheel drive - easy!) up in Red Feather Lakes to enjoy the tiny town, take in the lake views and then hike Dowdy Lake Trail, an easy 2.1 mile hike with just 49' elevation gain. After the hike we can go to Pot Belly Diner up in Red Feather for lunch.
Let's meet at Spring Canyon Park near the playground in the parking lot to caravan, and for those who don't want to drive I have three to four seats available in my 4runner.
It's cooler up in Red Feather, but still bring water for the hike.
For those who don't know Spring Canyon Park, you will go west on Horsetooth Road until it dead ends, and the park is on your right. As you enter the park, go right towards the parking lot by the playground and we will meet you there!

This is a picturesque 2.4 mile, 246' elevation gain out and back hike along waterways and open areas, . The first 2/3 of the hike are easy, walkable dirt trails. The last part requires a somewhat rocky climb up to the reservoir - in other words, all 246' of elevation gain is at once! But the view of the reservoir is worth the climb! I recommend bringing hiking poles as it makes the descent easier. This is an out and back trail with the option for those who are more ambitious to continue on to the Seaman Reservoir loop. The loop is a narrow trail with a fairly decent drop off so this organizer will be turning around and just completing the Gateway Trail :).
This is a Fort Collins Gateway property and the pass to park in the parking lot and use the trail is $8 per car. No cash, cards only. Some of you may already have an annual pass.
We meet at 8 a.m. in the Gateway to Seaman Reservoir parking lot as far into the parking lot as you can go, near the first bridge. It takes about half an hour from mid-Fort Collins to get there.
If you'd like to ride with me let me know as I have 3-4 seats available in my 4Runner.