Top public and private dog hiking trails in Fort Collins, Colorado

Peru'vn Around Ranch Private Dog Park In Bellvue

18 acre ranch with beautiful landscape, views of horses and occasionally wildlife depending on time of day and 10 acres fully fenced for sniffspot reservations. You are welcome to pet the horses but do not feed. Please do not allow your dogs to growl or charge the horses (even though they are behind fences). All the horses are calm and easy around dogs, which we need it to stay that way. We have a fully fenced area roughly 10 acres with mowed paths for walking. You are welcome to walk thru the field if desired. The horses have access to the field during non sniffspot hours so there will be delicious horse poop, some dogs will eat it and others not. Most dogs process horse poop very well and many vets will tell you it’s good for their gut. There are random balls and toys in the field for use, water is available and if we are home during your visit should the restroom be needed we will honor use of that. Most days there is a bin with free dog food and/or treat samples. You are welcome to bring agility or equipment and toys each visit if desired or practice nosework. We are also open to hosting groups, such as agility, nosework or trainers who need a large outdoor space that is fully fenced. Off street parking and can accommodate large vehicles. Small dogs are welcome, do note the fencing is graduated so depending on size of dog, some real tiny ones who are escape artists may not be the best fit. Thank you for considering spending time and enjoying our property as much as we do.

Dragon Pepper Farm

Upland habitat not wooded east of Fort Collins about 20 minutes, good visibility great area for upland training or a nice stroll on the path. We also host equine activity but schedule it separately.

Cottonwood Glen Park

Cottonwood Glen Park, located at 3074 S Overland Trl in Fort Collins, Colorado, offers a serene and natural setting with a river, stream or creek and scenic trails for dogs to enjoy. The park operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, allowing for flexibility in visitation. For more information, visit fcgov.com or contact the park at 970-221-6660 or parkshop@fcgov.com.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Maebell's 38 Acre Private Dog Park (1-mile south of Crossroads Blvd)

Please enter through south fence (large brown gate). My fence is a three-rail, welded, pipe fence because I have horses. I have a large pasture on the south side where dogs could play with ease. I do have prairie dogs and cotton tail rabbits on my property so prey driven dogs will be stimulated! If you’d like a mile walk to the back of the property I can lock the horses up. You will need to open a second gate to continue west. There is a very large pond just past the gate to the right. The pond dries out in the fall and fills up in the spring. You’re are welcome to let your dogs explore it. However, they will get muddy feet when it’s holding water. My neighbor just to the south has a fence made of trees right up against my fence. At the end of the property, you may continue on (north) for a longer walk. You will enjoy a quiet, peaceful walk with your dog/dogs. We do have coyotes in the area so be aware.

Davidson Mesa Open Space Dog Off-leash area

Davidson Mesa Open Space Dog Off-leash area is located in Louisville, CO and offers a trail for dogs to run and play off-leash. The park is open from 6 AM–5 PM, seven days a week for dog owners and their furry friends to enjoy outdoor recreation in a safe and controlled environment.

Park hours: 6 AM–5 PM 7 days per Week