Cathy Fromme Prairie in the springtime

Fossil Creek Trail from within Cathy Fromme Prairie. (Click to enlarge.)

As the Fossil Creek Trail passes through Cathy Fromme Prairie in the summer it is hot, has grueling westward climbs and is often interrupted by sunning rattlesnakes. It's understandable why some choose to pass on this baking, desert prairie during summer months. However, springtime paints a far more pleasant picture in this open space.

In the spring you'll find Cathy Fromme has a cool trail which winds through green fields, bearing fantastic views of Horsetooth Rock. The westward climbs are not severe without our summer heat and those who endure to the end, will be rewarded for their efforts. Fossil Creek Trail now connects to the popular Spring Creek Trail and if you continue when you reach it,  you'll enjoy what must be one of the city's longest downhill grades.

While we wait for trails, connections and parks in much of the southeast, don't neglect to enjoy outdoor opportunities afforded throughout the city. There is much to enjoy, so take some time out and rejoice in our beautiful outdoors. And it might not hurt to remind city council and our new Councilmember, Gino Campana, that we're still waiting on trails of our own. ;)