Lory State Park is a popular destination for Front Range hikers and mountain bikers, especially for those who live just east of the park in the Fort Collins area. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is celebrating the park’s 50th anniversary and has introduced a brand new trail as part of the excitement.
The state park covers more than 2,500 acres just west of Horsetooth Reservoir and features more than 28 miles of trails. The new Homestead Accessible Trail adds a quarter-mile route designed for all visitors to enjoy.
The path is unique compared to the rest of Lory State Park. At 32 inches wide, double the width of most existing trails, it allows access for walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices. Instead of a mix of packed dirt and large rocks, it’s lined with crusher fines, a rock-based material that hardens the terrain for better traction…