Those early parenting days come with a strange mix of cabin fever and exhaustion. You want to get out; you know fresh air will help, but everything has to feel easy. Low effort. Low stress. No unexpected obstacles under your buggy wheels.
A walk can be the perfect middle ground: gentle movement, a mental reset, and a chance to soak up the outdoors without overcommitting. The trick is finding routes that are genuinely buggy-friendly and still interesting enough to make leaving the house worthwhile.
Luckily, Fort Collins is packed with green space, paved trails, and calm riverside paths that suit life at walking pace. Below are four easy buggy walks that are smooth under wheels, forgiving on tired bodies, and ideal for parents getting out with their kids, whether you’re powerwalking through a nap or strolling slowly with snacks in tow.
Spring Creek Trail
Spring Creek Trail is one of Fort Collins’ most popular walking routes, and it’s easy to see why.
The trail is wide, paved, and mostly flat, winding through open spaces, parks, and wetlands. With multiple entry points across the city, it’s easy to tailor the walk to your energy levels — short loops on low-capacity days or longer stretches when everyone’s feeling good.
The smooth surface makes it suitable for all types of buggies, and there’s plenty of visual interest along the way, from bridges to birdlife, to keep little passengers entertained.
Lee Martinez Park & the Poudre River Trail
For parents craving a bit of nature without heading far from town, Lee Martinez Park is a great starting point.
From here, you can join the Poudre River Trail for a relaxed riverside walk. The paths are well maintained and buggy-friendly, with gentle gradients and wide sections that make passing other walkers easy.
There are grassy areas for stretch breaks, shaded spots for warmer days, and plenty of space to pause and reset. It’s a calm, scenic option that feels restorative without being demanding.
Fossil Creek Trail
Fossil Creek Trail is a solid everyday option for families looking for an easy, reliable walk.
Running through neighbourhoods and open green space, this paved trail is flat, predictable, and well suited to buggies. It also links to parks and playgrounds, making it a practical choice if you’re walking with older kids alongside the buggy.
It’s the kind of trail that works just as well for a quick lap between feeds as it does for a longer wander when the day allows.
City Park Loop
When time (or energy) is limited, City Park delivers maximum payoff with minimal effort.
The loop around the park is flat and fully paved, making it stress-free with a buggy. There’s plenty to look at along the way, lakes, ducks, playgrounds, and open lawns — which helps keep walks feeling engaging even when you’re moving slowly.
With nearby cafés, amenities, and toilets, City Park is an easy choice for parents who like to keep things simple and well supported.
A final note on buggy walks in Fort Collins
We hope these easy buggy walks help you rediscover Fort Collins one stroll at a time. Whether you’re chasing fresh air, supporting nap time, or just needing a change of scenery, a good walk can make the whole day feel lighter.
If you have a favourite buggy-friendly route of your own, we’d love to hear about it.
Discover more buggy walk recommendations in other cities around the world:
- London, UK
- Wellington, NZ
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