Description

Red-tail Ridge Open Space comprises 320 acres of rocky hillsides and a prominent hogback ridgeline north of the Larimer/Boulder county line. This property boasts important natural foothills habitat, and provides an important scenic backdrop for residents and visitors in southern Larimer County.

It is not yet open to the public.

Property Information
Type of Acquisition#AcresProperty
Value
Partnerships
Bargain Sales
Donations
Date
Acquired
Public
Access
Fee Simple320.0$ 951,559Larimer Co. - $ 286,500
Private - $ 360,000
Berthoud - $ 40,999
LLT* - $ 4,060
GOCO** - $ 260,000
2000Future Regional Trail
Trail / Trailhead Easement15.1$ 43,699Landowner - $ 43,6992001Future Regional Trail

* Legacy Land Trust
** Great Outdoors Colorado

Management Plan

On October 31st, 2001 a wild fire burned 95% of this open space. Currently Larimer County Parks & Open Lands is undertaking efforts to ensure proper re-growth occurs before negotiations and construction of the regional trail can begin.

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