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Lory is an island for wildlife in an area that is rapidly
developing. As visitors, we should respect their homes.
Most animals such as mountain lions, black bears,
golden eagles and rattlesnakes are reclusive and
would prefer not to come into contact
with people. For more information
about chance encounters with
wildlife, ask for brochures
and suggestions at
the Visitor Center.
In The Wild
Colorado residents 64 years of age or older qualify for
a special ASPEN LEAF YEARLY PASS, available at
a discounted rate. This pass allows admission to all
state parks every day. Colorado Disabled Veterans who
display Colorado Disabled Veteran (DV) license plates
are admitted free to all state parks without a pass.
A DAILY PASS is valid from the day purchased until
noon the following day. A YEARLY PASS is valid at any
state park. For yearly pass holders who own additional
vehicles, a multiple pass is available for an additional fee.
A walk-in fee is required for hikers, bikers and horseback
riders. Passes are sold at the Visitor Center or self-service
station.
Visitors to Lory State Park are required
to display a current Colorado State
Parks Pass on their vehicle’s windshield
or purchase an individual pass if hiking, biking or
horseback riding into the park.
Park Passes
Please remember the wide variety of users during your
visit and observe the “Rules of the Trail”:
bikers yield to hikers and horseback
riders; hikers yield to horseback riders.
L
ory has facilities to accommodate all types
of visitors. The restrooms and some picnic areas
are suitable for use by the physically challenged.
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Lory
State Park
Horsetooth
Mtn. Open Space
Lory State Park
NO OPEN FIRES ARE
ALLOWED IN THE
BACKCOUNTRY!
5. F
ires within the park should
always be placed in a grill
or approved metal fire ring.
This prevents the outbreak of
wildfires during the dry season.
Backpackers are required to use
camp stoves.
4. T
he speed limit in the park is 25 mph.
Please be alert for horses,
mountain bikers, hikers and
Location
wildlife on the roadway.
3. K
eep your pets under control and on a maximum
six-foot leash to avoid accidents with vehicles, wildlife
and other visitors. Pet bag stations are located at major
trailheads – please dispose of your pet’s waste while in
the park to help keep the environment clean and for the
courtesy of other park users.
2. K
eep ALL vehicles on designated roads or parking areas.
Off-road driving can damage the resource and wildlife
habitat as well as scar the terrain for several years.
1. P
lace your trash in the receptacles provided. Litter can be
dangerous to people and wildlife.
Lory State Park is maintained for your enjoyment. In the
interest of safety and the preservation of your park, please
observe the following regulations.
Help Protect Our Natural Resources
Trails
Varying from rolling valleys to mountainous hillsides, Lory’s
26 miles of trails rarely exceed a 12 percent grade. The variety
of trails makes the park suitable for short or long hikes,
mountain biking, horseback riding and jogging.
During the winter months, Lory’s trails provide excellent
opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Snowmobiling is not allowed.
Drinking water and restroom facilities are not available on the
trails. An adequate water supply should be carried and may be
obtained at the Visitor Center.
Horseback Riding
Lory is an excellent place to take a horseback ride. Riders are
welcome to bring their own horses to the park. There are 21.7
miles of trails for equestrians of all levels to access in the park. For
your safety, Timber and Howard Trails are for expert riders only.
In addition to the trail system, a cross-country jumping
course is located at the south end of the park. Riders using
the jumping course should wear helmets and jump with at
least one “buddy.”
The Mountain Bike Park
This unique area constructed and
designed by free riding enthusiasts is a
new addition and offering 69,600 sq. ft.
of riding excitement for all levels of
mountain bike riders. The area offers
dirt jumps, a pump track and a skills
area for honing off-road riding skills.
The park is open year round except for
wet or hazardous conditions. There is
no additional fee to use this area.
Wildlife
Lory’s diverse terrain is home to a variety of wildlife, such
as mule deer, wild turkey, black bear, mountain lion, coyote,
Abert’s squirrel, cottontail rabbit, blue grouse, mourning dove,
songbirds and many reptile species.
Nature Study
Lory has unlimited possibilities for nature study with an
abundance of wildflowers, animals and insects. Guided hikes
are available to groups by reservation. Checklists of Lory
plants and birds are available at the Visitor Center.
Facilities such as gas, groceries, telephones and lodging are
in LaPorte, five miles northeast of Lory. The nearest hospital
is in Fort Collins.
Nearby Facilities
Lory offers five picnic areas with a variety of settings. The
Timber Group Picnic Area accommodates up to 100 people
and has a horseshoe pit, volleyball court, covered tables, grills,
fire ring, water hydrant and restrooms. Soldier Canyon Group
Picnic Area will accommodate up to 150 people and has an
open air stage that is perfect for outdoor weddings, day camps
or other special events. South Eltuck Group Picnic Area which
has wonderful panoramic views of the sandstone hogbacks
will hold more intimate groups of 50 or less. Please call (970)
493-1623 as these sites are by reservation only. Other sites are
available on a first come, first serve basis.
Picnicking
Hunting in the park is controlled. Information regarding
special closures, seasons and regulations is available at the
Visitor Center. Target shooting is prohibited at all times.
Hunting is prohibited at the Horsetooth Mountain Open Space,
adjacent to Lory to the south, so be aware of boundary lines.
Hunting
Lory State Park offers excellent
bouldering opportunities along with
traditional climbing. The majority
of the bouldering is 30- 45 minutes
up Arthur’s Rock Trail. You’ll see
signage that directs you off Arthur’s
Rock trail to the Bouldering Access
Trail. Arthur’s Rock Main Buttress
offers great traditional climbing.
Safety is your responsibility. Don’t
climb beyond your abilities and
understand all risks that are involved.
Rock Climbing
Lory State Park allows primitive backcountry camping by
permit. No other camping is allowed in the park. The sites are
approximately two miles from the trailhead and no open fires
are allowed. The campsites offer the perfect weekend getaway
to forget about the hustle and bustle of the city just
over the hill.
Backcountry Camping
A Place For Everyone
ENJOY YOUR STATE PARKS
Lory
State Park
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Lory State Park
H
idden in the foothills twenty minutes
west of Fort Collins, Lory State Park
has it all! Its 2,591 acres provide a
variety of activities such as hiking, picnicking,
mountain biking, horseback riding, primitive
backcountry camping, rock climbing, and
wildlife viewing. The park offers terrain suitable for any
getaway, from an afternoon to a weekend. There are
unique rock outcroppings, sandstone hogbacks, grassy open
meadows, shrubby hillsides and ponderosa pine forests.
Overlooking the Fort Collins area from a breathtaking
elevation of 6,780 feet is Arthur’s Rock, a jutting granite
formation named for an early settler.
Formerly ranchland, Lory State Park was purchased
in 1967. It was named and dedicated in honor of
Dr. Charles A. Lory (1872-1969), president of Colorado
State University from 1909 until 1940. Please call
(970) 493-1623 for more information about the park.
Visitor Center
Located just inside the park entrance, the Visitor Center
serves as an entrance station for purchasing park passes as
well as an environmental education center. Here, visitors can
learn about the park’s wildlife and other natural resources
through interpretive displays that are provided. Also, be sure
to browse through the many books, maps, park apparel and
other souvenirs available for purchase. A conference room is
also available for rent to small groups for business meetings,
club meetings, etc. Call (970) 493-1623 for rates.
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This 1.7 mile hiking trail winds through forested mountainsides and open meadows to the summit of Arthur’s Rock. Along the trail
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