Even short a sugar craving there's plenty sweet to be said about Hershey, a small Pennsylvania town acclaimed internationally for its chocolates but also of note for its big amuseument parks.
This trail is both physically and technically challenging, climbing up the slopes of Horsetooth Mountain and plunging down steep singletrack. From the trail are scenic views of Horsetooth Reservoir, with Fort Collins and the plains of eastern Colorado spread out below.
Details
Location:
West of Horsetooth Reservoir, in Lory State Park
Length:
13.3 mile loop
Difficulty:
Intermediate Advanced
Aerobic Difficulty:
Moderate
Time To Allow:
1.5 to 2 hours
Elevation Change:
1425
Season:
April to November
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Fort Collins, take College Avenue north for 6.3 miles. Turn left onto County Road 52E and follow the signs for Lory State Park. The route begins at the guard station, so you can park your car outside of the park.
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