The trip to Red Mountain Open Space was held on 5/15/2021!
Trip to Red Mountain Open Space
This is a Larimer County natural area located 35 miles north of Fort Collins.
Red Mountain is nearly 16,000 acres of open grassland, with starkly contrasting deep red and light tan rock outcroppings.
There are seasonal streams flowing between the rocks.
Prairie dogs, badgers, coyotes, fox and prairie raptors inhabit this area. Pronghorn antelope, mule deer and elk can also be seen at times.
Red Mountain is nearly 16,000 acres of open grassland, with starkly contrasting deep red and light tan rock outcroppings.
There are seasonal streams flowing between the rocks.
Prairie dogs, badgers, coyotes, fox and prairie raptors inhabit this area. Pronghorn antelope, mule deer and elk can also be seen at times.
- Dogs are not allowed at Red Mountain Open Space.
- Collection of any artifact is strictly prohibited.
- Bring water! - no water is available at the Red Mountain Open Space trailead.
- Bring outdoor clothes! The area is remote and rugged. Be aware of weather conditions and watch closely for changes in the weather. High winds and extreme sun are common in this area. Quick moving thunderstorms are also common.
We will meet at 8:30am at CSU University Village - 1600 W Plum by the office.
We will drive then we will have a picnic lunch
After lunch.
See the schedule below.
WHEN
Saturday, May 15th, 2021, 9:30am to 4:00 pm
WHERE
Red Mountain Open Area
SCHEDULE
- 9:30-10:00 Meet at CSU University Village 1600 W Plum by the office Check in & Load Up
- 10:00-11:30 Drive to Red Mountain Open Space
- 11:30-12:00 hike
- 12:00-1:00 --Picnic Lunch
- 1:00-2:30 hike
- 2:30-4:00 Return to CSU University Village
WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THE EVENT
n) FOOD & water!! for the picnic lunch
-bring pre-cooked food
-bring your own plates & utensils if needed