Fossil Creek Trail between Trilby and Carpenter roads reopened on Friday, February 27, 2026, a month ahead of its original March 31st completion date. The trail was temporarily closed for a joint stream rehabilitation project designed to improve flood resilience and stabilize stream banks. During the closure, crews completely removed two bridges, relocated and rerouted a third. These upgrades ensure the trail and surrounding ecosystem can better withstand seasonal irrigation flows and major storm events.

Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, Red Mountain Open Space and Hermit Park Open Space have reopened for the season. Soapstone Prairie Natural Area, managed by Fort Collins Natural Areas, Hermit Park Open Space and Red Mountain Open Space, managed by Larimer County, close annually in December and reopen on March 1st. The public open spaces close each winter due to the "sensitive wintering range for large mammals and low recreational opportunities."