Lory State Park is located west of the city of Fort Collins, Colorado and is north of Horsetooth Reservoir. Some of the park's more popular attractions include mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. The park also contains its own bike park, which features dirt jumping, a pump track, and a skills area.
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Lory SP
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Lory State Park is located west of the city of Fort Collins, Colorado and is north of Horsetooth Reservoir. Some of the park's more popular attractions include mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. The park also contains its own bike park, which features dirt jumping, a pump track, and a skills area.
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
COLORADO
PA R K S
&
WILDLIFE
Your Guide to
Colorado’s 41
State Parks
2018 Edition
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Welcome to Your State Parks!
Wherever you go in Colorado, there’s
Cheyenne Mountain
a state park waiting to welcome
State Park
you. Mountains or prairies, rivers or
forests, out in the country or next to
the city… Colorado’s 41 state parks are
as diverse as the state itself, and they
offer something for everyone. Take a
hair-raising whitewater river trip, or
kick back in a lawn chair and watch
the sunset. Enjoy a family picnic, cast
a line in the water, take a hike, ride a
horse, try snowshoeing or discover
geocaching. From Eastern Plains
parks at 3,800 feet to high-mountain
parks at 9,500, the network of state
parks offers a wealth of activities
for busy people of all ages, or the
chance to do nothing at all. You can play on land or on water. On
a high peak or on the prairie. In the country or the city. In spring,
summer, winter or fall.
Golden Gate Canyon State Park
State parks are great places for families. There are plenty of
activities for families to enjoy together such as boating, hiking or
picnicking, as well as organized nature walks, talks and events.
Junior Ranger programs, activity backpacks, kid-friendly hikes
and fishing ponds for kids are among the many offerings for
youth. From toddler to teen and adult to senior, every family
member can enjoy their activity of choice, then come together to
share a meal and stories around the campfire.
Whether you’re an active
outdoor recreationist
or prefer to spend time
watching clouds go by,
you’ll enjoy the special
moments waiting for you
in the state parks.
Rifle Gap State Park
Cover photos:
Large photo: State Forest State Park; lower left: Pearl Lake State Park; lower center: Elkhead State Park;
lower right: Lory State Park
Plan Your Visit
Colorado’s state parks are open every day of the year, weather
permitting. Day-use areas are generally open from 5 a.m. to
10 p.m., and some parks may have closed gates after hours.
Campgrounds are open 24 hours a day. Contact individual
parks for hours of operation. Check our website for seasonal or
maintenance closures: cpw.state.co.us
Entrance Passes
All Colorado state parks charge an entrance fee. Cost of a daily
pass may vary by park ($7–$9). A pass covers all occupants of a
vehicle and is valid until noon the day after purchase. Some parks
may charge a per-person fee for cyclists and walk-ins. Fees are used
to help pay operating costs. Cherry Creek State Park charges an
additional fee for the Cherry Creek Basin Water Quality Authority.
Annual Pass
Who doesn’t love a deal? And the state parks annual pass is a
great one. For just one low price, the annual pass lets you enjoy
all 41 state parks for unlimited visits for 12 months from date of
purchase. That’s all the parks. That’s
unlimited times. The annual pass
pays for itself in as few as 10 visits.
If you’re a Colorado resident who’s
64 years or older, there’s even a
further discounted Aspen Leaf
annual pass. There are also passes
for disabled and income-eligible
residents. For details and to purchase a pass,
visit a Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) office, state park or buy
online: cpw.state.co.us
Extend Your Stay
Make more of your state park visit
by staying overnight. Bring your
tent or RV, spend a cozy night in a
cabin, camp in a tipi or discover a
comfortable, year-round alternative
State Forest State Park
to traditional camping with a yurt.
All together, the state parks have
more than 4,000 campsites and 58 cabins and yurts. Almost 300
campsites are ADA accessible. Many parks offer campsites or cabins
for large groups. Heated cabins and yurts make a park getaway
suitable any season of the year.
Camping Reservations
Summer weekends fill up quickly so advance reservations for
overnight stays are recommended. Reservations can be made six
months to three days ahead of arrival.
Reserve online: cpw.state.co.us
Toll Free: 1-800-244-5613
A nonrefundable reservation fee applies to bookings, and visitors
must purchase a daily or annual entrance pass in addition to
paying camping and reservation fees. Unreserved sites are
available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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What Can I Do There?
Colorado’s state parks are places to have fun, get away, recreate and
re-create. Here are some park activities to help you do that:
Fishing
Top-notch fishing awaits anglers in 37 state parks across Colorado.
Think Gold Medal Waters and trophy fish. A valid fishing license
is required for all anglers 16 years and older. Licenses and our
annual Colorado Fishing regulations brochure are available online,
at most parks and at CPW authorized sales agents.
Water Sports
Many state parks are built around a lake or
Crawford
waterway, which means boating and other water
State Park
sports are among the headliners. Larger parks
offer boat rentals and full-service marinas. Any
boat with a motor or sail operated in Col