Description

As far back as the 1960s citizens of northern Larimer County have been concerned about maintaining a physical separation between Loveland and Fort Collins. Since that time the cities of Loveland and Fort Collins along with Larimer County have worked to provide a buffer between them. Cathy Fromme Prairie is one part of that buffering effort. It is open to the public and is located in Fort Collins approximately 1 mile south of Harmony Road on the west side of County Road 17 (Shields Street from Fort Collins / Taft Avenue from Loveland).

Management Summary
 YesNoComments
Permit Required * 
Trail* Hiking difficulty: easy to moderate. Trail is currently 1½ miles long.
  • Hiking
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  • Mountain biking
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  • Horses
   
Restrooms*  
Drinking fountains * 
Dogs allowed* Please leash your dog at all times.
Property Information
Type of Acquisition#AcresProperty
Value
Partnerships
Bargain Sales
Donations
Date
Acquired
Public
Access
Fee Simple160.0$ 480,000Larimer Co. Open Lands - $ 120,000
Larimer Co. Nat. Res. - $ 240,000
Fort Collins - $ 120,000
1996Yes
Fee Simple80.0$ 520,000Larimer Co. Open Lands - $ 60,000
Fort Collins - $ 460,000
1994Yes
Management Plan

This property is managed by the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Program.

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