River's Edge Natural Area

This is a really nice area to walk/jog/bike around! I particularly love being close to all the water! Also enjoy all the options of routes you can take. It's easy smooth paths with plenty of space for multiple people to use. The fishing platforms along the lakes are a great place to stop and take in the beautiful views and listen to birds.

Great for walking dogs,bike riding and plenty of fishing spots to catch catfish and bass in all the ponds there. People are friendly lots of animals too. All around great place for the outdoors seekers , family gathering and last but not least peaceful.

This park was the destination for this seasons first long bike ride. It’s a great place for a peaceful timeout to watch birds or have a leisurely stroll on the paths. There’s plenty of places to sit and observe wildlife. Fishing is allowed and I watched someone and pull a 14 inch fish out of the pond! On my visit today I saw migrating pelicans, and some nice circling hawks.

It is a wonderful place to take friends and family. All trails are ADA accessible/friendly and level for smooth walking for any age. Check yo see if bicycles are allowed. I'm pretty sure horses are not allowed, as are all motorized vehicles, except for electric wheelchairs. Completely dog friendly, and provisions are supplied for poop cleanups. There are even two porta potties to use year-round. The brick and morter restrooms might be seasonal? Don't neglet cleanups as it can significantly harm the environment, not to mention, is unsightly. Illegal to not pick up where your dog left off and smelly. There are picnic table areas that I believe require reservations during warmer months. I frequently see people fishing, and I do not know if a license is required here. It is imperative your dogs are kept fully under control to avoid skirmishes and interactions with wild critters such as geece, ducks, coyotes, and federally protected ospreys nesting high on a pole watching for their next meal. This week, we have seen bald eagles and a coyote as noted in the attached pictures. Do not leave valuables or leave your vehicle unlocked at any trail head anywhere as a matter of common sense. Some pictures are a bit dated, but we go here about twice a month. There is no admission charge, just the request to clean up after yourself. Annie, approaching 14, easily tackles the trails for a four mile jaunt. Fear not, as there are no crocodiles, lions, tigers, or elephants. After visiting, take the time to visit Loveland's renowned Benson sculpture park.

Beautiful. The people are very friendly, lots of dogs, and small group walks. Good spot for novice/ beginner fishing. Very clean bathrooms and security cameras over parking and picnic. A sunrise over the tall grass and ponds, and a sunset over the mountains, breathtaking.