Recreation

A New Recreational Opportunity

Chimney Hollow Reservoir will provide another recreation destination in Larimer County for an estimated 50,000 people. Larimer County will manage the recreation on the reservoir and the lands west of the reservoir, which will include an additional 1,847 acres of open space.

Recreational opportunities will include:

  • Wakeless boating
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding

Please visit Larimer County's Chimney Hollow Open Space webpage for more information about recreation at the site. 

Man kayaking during sunset on a lake.
Will I need a pass to recreate in the Chimney Hollow area?

It is currently anticipated that there will be user fees charged to access Chimney Hollow Open Space.

Will it be possible to walk/hike around the entire reservoir?

Larimer County will manage recreation west of Chimney Hollow reservoir and it will not be possible to walk/hike around the entire reservoir. Planned hiking trails will connect to existing trails near Carter Lake. 

Will recreation be the same amenities currently allowed at Carter Lake? Will there be a marina for boating? Will there be overnight camping?

Based on agreements already in place, activities do not include camping, marina facilities and nighttime use.