Loveland residents and visitors looking to hit the trails this spring can learn about new trails and access trail conditions, bike routes and more, with newly updated resources available online and at locations throughout the community. The City’s 26 miles of paved recreation trails and 30 miles of natural-surface trails offer a multitude of options for walking, biking and other non-motorized recreation.

• Download the free Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) app on any smart phone or visit trails.colorado.gov to get real-time trail conditions 24/7, search trails by activity, and find suggested routes. COTREX is a one-stop shop for trail information, from local trails to statewide, on one convenient platform.

• Pick up or download the Loveland Bikeways & Trails map, which includes new trails and routes throughout the community as well as connections to the Long View and Front Range regional trails. Recent additions to the map include the West 57^th Street trail, which provides a safe, off-‑street option for bikes and pedestrians, as the final link that completed the citywide loop trail. The map update also includes the latest bike routes, bike lanes, and new “buffered” bicycle lanes throughout the city. Buffered lanes are painted buffer areas separating bicycle lanes and motor vehicle travel lanes, providing increased safety and additional comfort for bicyclists. The new map, completed by Parks & Recreation’s Open Lands & Trails Division and Public Works’ Transportation Division, is available at the Loveland Library, Loveland Museum, Chilson Recreation-Senior Center, Parks and Recreation Office, Loveland Visitors Center, Boyd Lake State Park and area bike shops.

• Complete the Ticket to Trails Passport to win a prize. Members of the public who visit all seven sections of the Recreation Trail System can earn a prize. Passports may be picked up at the Parks & Recreation Office (500 E. Third St.), the Chilson Recreation-Senior Center (700 E. Fourth St.) or printed using this link. Completed passports may be redeemed at the Parks & Recreation Office.

Whenever using trails, remember the following trail guidelines:

• Ride Right - Always ride or walk on the right side and warn others of your approach.
• Single File - Ride or walk single file when traffic approaches or someone signals they’d like to pass.
• Yield - Bicyclists yield to other trail users.
• Courtesy - Slow down when approaching other trail users and maintain a safe speed at all times.

Residents are encouraged to explore new areas and try out new trails and bikeways to enjoy all Loveland has to offer. Gear up and get ready for Walk and Bike Month coming in June!

More information is available online at: lovgov.org/trails, lovgov.org/openlands and lovgov.org/bikeped and on the COTREX Colorado Trail Explorer website at: trails.colorado.gov.

About City of Loveland Parks & Recreation: The Parks & Recreation Department provides access to health, wellness, community and quality of life for Loveland residents and visitors. Its mission is to provide effective, efficient and high-quality leisure facilities, sites, services and programs through the three pillars of parks and recreation – conservation, health & wellness and social equity – to make a positive impact on the community. For more info, visit cityofloveland.org/parksrecreation.

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