Overflow parking is available at Centennial Park with access to River's Edge via the trail underpass along the Big Thompson River at W First St. Parking is available on-site at 960 W First St and 970 W First St. All anglers age 16 and older are required to possess a valid Colorado Fishing License.įloat tube fishing is permitted on all River's Edge ponds except Jayhawker North all other boating and swimming activities are prohibited. Fishing is permitted in accordance with site-specific Colorado Parks & Wildlife fishing regulations. Leashed dogs are welcome, and owners must pick up and remove pet waste doggie bags and trash cans are located throughout the site.įishing access and belly boat access points are located throughout the site. Two native plant demonstration gardens installed and maintained by volunteers and Colorado Native Plant Society members (more information below).Interpretive signs & environmental education stations throughout the site.Vault toilet available for scheduled programs only. Restrooms - flush restrooms open seasonally during regular hours.Recreation Trail Access - connections to Recreation Trail along the Big Thompson River.Amphitheater - with seating for up to 70 for educational programs.First St.) includes space for 23 vehicles and 3 ADA-accessible spaces. Parking - main lot includes space for 44 vehicles, 4 ADA-accessible spaces, and bus drop-off lane secondary lot (970 W.Three non-reservable picnic shelters with picnic tables, restrooms & drinking fountain.Wetland boardwalk for a close-up experience at Bass Pond.Two ADA-accessible fishing docks (Bass and Dragonfly Ponds).Fisheries managed in cooperation with Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Five ponds, including Bass, Dragonfly, Sandpiper, and Jayhawker North and South, with numerous fishing access points.3.8 miles of natural-surface trails for pedestrian use, fishing access, bicycling, leashed dog-walking, and wildlife viewing.The 163-acre natural area is located south of First St. Follow detours posted for Eisenhower Blvd (Hwy 34) or 14th St SW. NOTE: River's Edge Natural Area is OPEN but accessible ONLY from Taft Ave/west side, due to construction on First St. New Bridge at Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park.Parks - Non-Reservable Parks w/Amenities +.Non-Reservable Park Areas with Amenities.Our Lands - Our Future Regional Open Space Study.

Big Thompson River Recreation & Conservation Assessment.Rules & Regulations for Open Lands, Natural Areas & Trails.

Volunteer Opportunities & Environmental Education.

East Big Thompson River Natural Area (closed).

Eagle Vista Natural Area Display Boards.

Online Registrations or Reservations (WebTrac).

Parks & Recreation Master Plan Documents.

Online Registrations or Reservations (WebTrac) +.

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