Heron Loop Trail
Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area, Larimer County, CO
Loop trail in Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area, Larimer County, CO. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 10 ft (3 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 min
- High point
- 4,885 ft (1,489 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Shelter 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Shelter 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Heron Loop Trail
How long is Heron Loop Trail?
Heron Loop Trail is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) long. Most people take about 10 min. It climbs 10 ft (3 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,885 ft (1,489 m).
How hard is Heron Loop Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Heron Loop Trail?
1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Heron Loop Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 0.4 mi (0.6 km).
Is Heron Loop Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Is Heron Loop Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly. It is marked as wheelchair accessible.
What can you do on Heron Loop Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Heron Loop Trail?
Pueblo Viejo, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Maverik, 1.2 mi (2 km).
Is this a good week for Heron Loop Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Heron Loop Trail
- Sandpiper Trail Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Carpenter Road Trail Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Soaring Vista Trail Soaring Vista Natural Area · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Mail Creek Trail Larimer County · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Colorado Front Range Trail Larimer County · Easy · 6.7 mi (10.8 km)
- Lady Moon Bikeway Larimer County · Easy · 6 mi (9.7 km)
- Hach walking path Larimer County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Fossil Creek Trail Redtail Grove Natural Area · Moderate · 17 mi (27.4 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap