This is definitely a nice path just off the main road either going near Loveland or Fort Collins. The first part of the trail is gravel and wide but once you get up to the bathrooms which are a mile away it increases in difficulty. Goes down to a normal trail but encounters loose rock gravel sand large step up/down. The views are amazing but I have heard on the weekends it can get very very busy.

This can be a busy trail on the weekend so get there early. Smooth, wide trail to the cabin and interpretative trail. Trail narrows after this and becomes more work. Switchbacks mean some good climbs to the summit.

Even though the parking lot is sometimes packed, Ive never felt like the tail is too busy. Coyote Ridge has some great wildlife and pretty views. Beware of rattlesnakes and parking lot break-ins. This is not a place to leave valuables in your car.

Great place for a family hike. Nice place to ride mountain bikes too.

This is a great short hike, limited parking though. Great bike or hike for about a hour. There is a bathroom on trail but no water so bring some. The trail goes all the way to the end of the devils backbone if you feel like going that far. It also has a nature trail and a center where guides tell you whats up in thw area. There are snakes because there are lots of rocks and they love those to hide under so be carefull.

Nice run except the last bit up to the top is so rocky that you have to go slow up and down for fear of tripping.

Love this trail for hiking or running!Sometimes seeing lots of deer and the sunrise is great!

This is a great spot for a “mini” hike or trail run. It is about 2 miles to the top. Excellent views when you get up there. If you like to ride horses this is a good trail for horses. Things to keep in mind are that Dogs are NOT allowed AT ALL so plan ahead. There is a decent bathroom at about 1.5 miles that makes the trail a good one for kids.

Beautiful area! Nice for a quick jog or longer hike if you have time. Be careful of evening critters & rattlers. We went around 6:00pm and saw a rattle snake on the side of the trail.

Great mid point for skyline bike trail between fort Collins and Loveland.

Watch out for prairie dogs! Seems like a great place to train and run but for a tourist spot, not a must stop place when there are some great hiking trails near by

Great ride if you like a technical effort! Otherwise you should hike

Great views, short hike, very close to town, a plentiful amount of groundhogs? It is a nice hike and will recommend.

Always a beautiful walk and we started on our New Year with a morning journey. Good chance you can see dear here and the walk has some good elevation climbs. Awesome views of the Loveland area.

Great place to do some easier trails so highly recommend for anyone that is beginning. Love the views and the cabin is a nice place to sit and rest up to just to enjoy the beautiful sights. Just a warning dogs are not allowed on the path though so be prepared for to leave your baby at home.

A quick place to get a workout if you live in North Loveland or South Fort Collins. Beautiful views from the top of the ridge.

Good hike, 1 buck 1 rattle snake seen while on the hike

Nice place for a hike, run or mountain biking. The City has improved the trail in this past year, but be prepared for a very rocky section on the way to the top. The road before the single track is suitable for strollers, after the cabin and restroom, not.

A nicely maintained trail, theres an outhouse about a mile in. After that, its switchbacks for another mile until you get to the top of Coyote Ridge. There youll have a lovely view to the west of a valley, more foothills and the Rocky Mountains beyond. A pleasant couple of hours if you can do the hill climbing.

Beautiful trail! Easily accessable! Family friendly! ️

Love this hiking area. Gotta say saw 2 rattle snakes on way back in. No worries, just keep eyes open

Beautiful open space with moderate hiking trails.

Great hike. No shade so plan accordingly.

Beautiful place for a relatively easy hike, lots of wildlife to be seen.

Beautiful area. Wildlife and trail

Slight lack of parking during busy times, but the trail up and down the foothills offers some stunning views when you reach he top of the ridge. Great for a hike or trail run, just be prepared for the rocks all over the trail once you begin your ascent.

Great hike! Not too long for a beginner or someone like me that used to be in shape is is no longer. I look forward to hiking here again quite a bit!

Wish I would have had more time to explore and ride more.

A fun little hike to go on with your family, the kids didnt struggle too much with it.

Mountain biking at Coyote Ridge is pretty awesome. A challenging climb & access to Rimrock, Blue Sky, Indian Summer & Devils Backbone.

Great place to stargaze. For the most part is out of the light pollution which makes for clear skys and beautiful nights

Really fun trail.

Definitely worth the trek and sweat! From the beginning this hike was beautiful. Recommend sunscreen, water, and to stay on the trails! It is a natural area, so please be respectful to the wildlife!

Good challenging bike ride for intermediate riders like myself but not too difficult. Nice scenic views from the ridge top.

Beautiful place to watch the sun set.

Love this hike. Has a little bit of everything as far as hiking goes.

Fun place to MTB! One of the rare free parking lots in Colorado. Beautiful views at the top!

Keep your valuables out of your vehicle. There have been several vehicular burglaries in the parking lot. This is a pleasant quick hike to the ridge. The trail continues down the other side and loops through the beautiful valley over the ridge. Few folks travel down the other side. This is a fun mtn bike ride.

Perfect short trail, great for trail running or an afternoon hike.

Open, long walk. No dogs.

Great ride!

Favorite local trail. 4 mile, 7 mile or 11 mile options. Dont lose your keys though...

Peaceful and well kept trail. Lots of friendly hikers, good parking during the time of year i went! Ive gone three times so far and every time has been great

A more challenging hike than it appears from the road but doable for the whole family! Lots of wildlife if you keep your eyes open!

Its close to where I live great climb

This is a great one if youre new to trail running. Its a quick out and back trail. Short enough to do before work or to enjoy the sunset. No dogs, people are friendly.

On the top of the ridge I could see for over 200 miles on Christmas day. From the Rawhide power plant to the north all the way to CO Springs. I love how close it is yet how remote you can feel. I usually run into more deer than people.

Short hike with easy terrain and a fair incline for a bit. Its a very adaptable trail. If you need a longer hike, it connects to the Devils Backbone trail west of Loveland. Its also a great trail for beginner trail runners (like me). Its pretty heavily trafficked especially on weekends.

This is a great trail! Less crowded then Devils backbone but still a fun trail run and bike

Great place for morning hike, a walk with the family, a jog to catch ur thoughts

Its a nice quick hike to the top about 2.5 miles. This also links with other trails that can take you to either horsetooth to the north, or devils backbone to the south. Just be wary that there is no shade on this hike. Bring sunscreen and plenty of water.

Great views.. However its a walking/hiking trail there is NO signage about how far youve gone

Nice ~4.5 mile out-and-back hike with about 500 of elevation gain. Can be done year-round, but can be hot in summer. Rattlesnakes are also present in summer. Busy on the weekends.

I have yet to walk any of the trails here, but it is a good place to watch the sunset.

Steep but doable with teenage girls so not too hard

If you can escape all the coyotes youll enjoy this place.

Beautiful hiking area thats not as busy as its neighbors. The hike is fairly easy and offers great views of the plains.

Coyote Ridge Natural Area is a nice place for a hike in the cooler months of the year. The first mile of the trail is on a dirt road and is relatively flat, making it a great place for families with young children. There is a very active prairie dog colony about a half mile from the trailhead. Due to its proximity to south Fort Collins and north Loveland and being right next to a paved road, the parking lot often is quite full. There is a pit toilet about 1 mile from the trailhead. The second mile of a trail ascends a gentle inclined to the top of the second ridge, rewarding you with spectacular views of the Rocky mountains to the west.

Beautiful trail and day! Keep an eye out for snakes!

This place is an awesome hike for beginners and veterans alike, has trails for walking and separate trails for biking and horseback riding. The only draw back is that on some sections of the trail, bikers and walkers have to share, but its a minimal issue as long as you are aware of your surroundings. It is a very popular trail as well, so some times i would imagine the parking area could potentially fill up. Nonetheless, go ahead and give it a try, for up at the peak is a rewarding and beautiful scenic view!

Im not a hiker, but I made it all the way to the top! We saw lots of adorable prairie dogs, some rabbits, and a deer! Beautiful view from the top!

Very muddy after some snow, and surprisingly SO MANY people.

Gorgeous views with a lot of wildlife. The first part of the trail up until the cabin is packed dirt and hard enough to push a stroller on.

Awesome hike and can ride mountain bike also.

This is an Awesome place for a hike...it is especially nice in the evening. Animals, cool plants, and insects, a cabin you can walk back to, and even rock with fossils as this area used to be under the ocean. One of my absolute favorites nearby. Easy to begin and then intermediate. Eventually meets up with trail that will take you to Devils Backbone or Horsetooth.

Great place to hike or run ! Uphill. You get great views of the valley, with each ridge you climb. It is 2.1 miles to the top of the main ridge. There is a bathroom halfway up the trail. And a bench to rest on at the top. Enjoy !!

Nice, easy hike. Beautiful view from the Ridge. Beware of rattle snakes though (really). Also, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED & rangers are there often to enforce this.

Get ready for a long climb to start the ride. Tough on the lungs but rewarding if you find the right line

It was a great hike! Very beautiful. Amazing views almost the whole way up. Extremely hot, though - be sure to bring lots of water. The top ridge is amazing!

NOT DOG FRIENDLY!!! Otherwise it looks beautiful

Looks like a nice trail, but we didnt hike it because there is a big sign that says no dogs allowed.

Not a bad trail, but can get very busy on weekends and weeknights. Connects to Blue Sky/Devils Backbone. Be aware, no dogs allowed whatsoever (which is not the case for the rest of the trail system around - not sure why it is here).

Great easy hiking.

Awesome views, cute prairie dogs and good hiking.

Such a beautiful, peacful hike!! Gorgeous wild life!!

Trail head is ok. No bathrooms though. First mile is double track. Good way to hike or mtb to the Blue Sky trail.

Challenging hill climbs and varied terrain. Great for proprioception training. Parking lot can be at full capacity at times. No potable water.

I love this place just because its a natural area! I love natural and outdoor places where I can see great views! I have one question though. What equipment would you suggest bringing and wearing when visiting this place?

Good Hike - Great for all skill levels. Also lets you know what kind of shape you are in, if you are winded then hike this a few times a week and you will get in shape.

A great way to get to blue sky without worrying about parking.

This trail is great to walk or bike. Amazing views at the top

A good moderate hike. Get to see cute prairie dogs, some deer, and sometimes some snakes and frogs.

Great easy hike!

No dogs allowed, just fyi. Otherwise a fantastic trail once you get up to the ridge and down into the valley.

The bike down the ridge is amazingly fun. Though getting up the ridge isnt easy on a bike. Incline is a bit much for me. Though Im not in shape.

Great place to run hike, and theres a nature walk at mile one with the restroom. No dogs.

Enjoyed the hike very much

Great intermediate hike. Only about 2.1 miles, but comes with a nice view of the front range (Fort Collins/Loveland).

Gorgeous meadow advancing into the foothills of the mountain. Great for on foot and by bike, alike!

Fun hike close to home, great views. No shade, rocky.

Starts off meh, and ends like the picture.

Awesome trail for training, running the hills for upcoming races.

Cool bike ride. Not much shade though.

Great hike. Assume views

Pretty easy hike for the view.

Great spot for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking through the foothills.

Fun Mountain biking. Lots of loose rock

If you want a brutal run, do this trail.

Great local hike.

Good hike for people with various abilities.