Culver Open Space
Description
If you are looking for some incredible vistas close to town as you hike, then head to Horsetooth Mountain Park. The Culver Open Space is immediately adjacent to the southwestern border of Horsetooth Mountain Park and the southern border of Culver Open Space. It is managed as part of the Horsetooth Mountain Park, and although there are no trails that currently pass through this area, you will appreciate the scenic views and occasional glimpses of wildlife as you look to the southwest from the existing trails.
Horsetooth Mountain Park trailhead is located immediately off CR 38 E approximately 5 - 6 miles west of the intersection of Harmony and Taft Hill in Fort Collins.
Management Summary
| Yes | No | Comments | |
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| Permit Required | * | ||
| Trails | * | ||
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* | Trails in Horsetooth Mountain Park | |
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| Restrooms | * | Located at the trailhead | |
| Drinking fountains | * | Located at the Horsetooth Mountain Park Trailhead | |
| Dogs allowed | * | Dogs must be leashed at all times. |
Property Information
| Type of Acquisition | #Acres |
Property Value |
Partnerships Bargain Sales Donations |
Date Acquired |
Public Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fee Simple | 287.9 | $ 1,500,000 |
Larimer Co. - $ 1,175,000 GOCO* - $ 325,000 |
2003 |
Potential Future Public Access |
* Great Outdoors Colorado
Management Plan
The management plan for the Culver Open Space will be completed in conjunction with an update of the Horsetooth Mountain Park's Resource Management Plan in 2005. Current management activities include weed control and working with Colorado State Forest Service in the development of a Forest Stewardship plan.
