Recreation Trail System

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City of Loveland
Recreational Trail
- Bikeways Map

Trail Info & Map
(PDF)

Round Mountain
Natl. Rec. Trails:

Foothills Nature Trail
Summit Adventure Trail
in Big Thompson Canyon

Loveland
Bicycle & Pedestrian
Program

Goped/Moped Law

School Zone Safety
Informational PDF

Larimer County
Fire Restrictions
Informational PDF
Released July 2007

Trail Closures

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Bicycling on the Recreation Trails

There are approximately 15.5 miles of recreation trail in Loveland that run from Boyd Lake State Park, in the northeast to the Big Thompson River, along Wilson Avenue. The trail winds through the west shore of Boyd Lake, along irrigation canals, through fields, over and under city streets, and along the Big Thompson River through some very beautiful areas.

Approximately twenty miles of paved urban trail are planned with the goal of developing off-street trails that will encompass the perimeter of the city. Quarter-mile markers are located along a large portion of the trail to measure distance traveled.

The trail is partially handicap accessible from several locations (see trail map), and is designed to accommodate many types of recreational uses.

Guidelines
1) Please obey all signs.
2) Please stay on the designated trail; be courteous; and respect the rights of adjacent property owners.
3) Please keep the trail clean and safe for all users by putting litter in its place.
4) All pets must be on a hand-held leash.
5) For the enjoyment of all trail users, please pick up after your pet.
6) Horses (except police) are not allowed on the current paved sections of the trail.
7) Motorized vehicles (except police and maintenance) are not allowed on the trail.
8) The flow of traffic on the trail is similar to road traffic. Always ride or walk on the right side and warn others of your approach.
9) Ride or walk single file when traffic is coming from the opposite direction or when someone verbally signals they would like to pass.
10) Be predictable: ride or walk in a straight line and avoid weaving. When passing others on the trail, verbally warn them that you are passing on the left.
11) Be aware of children, pets and slower moving traffic.
12) Bicyclists are encouraged to use helmets. Make sure your bike is operational and properly equipped (including reflectors and lights).
13) Report accidents on the trail directly to the Police Department (Dial 911).
14) Report trail maintenance problems or vandalism to the Parks and Recreation Department at 962-2727.

2007 Reader's Choice Awards:

Best Place to Walk Your Dog:
1st - Loveland Recreational Trail
2nd - Lake Loveland-Southshore Parkway
3rd - Benson Sculpture Park
Best Place to Hike:
3rd - Round Mountain Trail

These awards are voted on by the
Citizens of Loveland, and are published annually
in the Loveland Reporter Herald Newspaper's
special section "Reader's Choice Awards".

Park Shelters & Amenities 
Park Rules & Regulations
  Recreational Trails  • Memorial Donations
Park Locations Map

Administrative Offices:
500 East Third Street
Loveland, CO 80537

Phone: (970) 962-2727


BE AWARE!
Wildlife Near The Trails:
 

BLACK BEARS (PDF's)

Residential:
Residential Black Bear Information - PDF
Trail (without dogs):
Residential Black Bear Information - PDF
Trail (with dogs):
Residential Black Bear Information - PDF

RATTLESNAKES
(PDF's)

Rattlesnake Information - PDF

 ELK (web page)

 from the Colorado
Division of Wildlife:

More Bear Information
found on the
DOW Website

Coyote Information
found on the
DOW Website

 


 


 

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