Wildlife

Over 175 species of migratory and resident birds are known for this area, including the grassland species lark bunting, horned lark, and western meadowlark, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds attracted to the open water of adjacent Horsetooth Reservoir, and park wetland and riparian habitats. Conspicuous birds include the canyon wren, yellow-breasted chat, western tanager, and broad-tailed hummingbird.

Mule deer, coyote, raccoon, striped skunk, Abert’s squirrel, cottontail rabbit, porcupine, ground squirrel, and red fox are common sights.

Occasional observations of black bear, mountain lion, bobcat, elk, and white-tailed deer also occur.