COTREX

The official account of the Colorado Trail Explorer app (COTREX)

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Stay informed and recreate responsibly! COTREX is your go-to place for up-to-date, authoritative information on trails across Colorado.

Discover and explore over 45,000 miles of public trails across local, state, and federal lands for FREE on COTREX👍

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

@LibsAwesome Yep! Red indicates a closure (no access), while yellow indicates an advisory (likely open with other restrictions or considerations).

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

It's National Trails Day on Saturday! Have a safe and enjoyable weekend, all!

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

We hope that you had a wonderful #ColoradoPublicLandsDay on Saturday! Continue the celebration by following along with #CareForColorado week. Today's message - Leave it as you found it 👍 #LeaveNoTrace

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Thanks for the heads up on this upcoming closure,
@COHighLineCanal and @DenverWater! Here is this advisory in COTREX: https://t.co/yCNAP0WwXx

[High Line Canal @COHighLineCanal]

#CanalTrailNews: Upcoming Waterton Canyon closure ⬇️

For more information visit: https://t.co/9I62zC7Ixv

#HighLineCanal #HighLineCanalTrail

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Know someone who uses a wheelchair and likes to get out on trails? Make sure they see this awesome opportunity at Staunton State Park!
https://t.co/S25uOFC0Mn
👩‍🦼+🚶+🌲=👍

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Love trails? Want to get more involved in the creation and care for them? Apply to be on the State Trails Committee! Applications are due 5/12/21: https://t.co/QvQSPCNfqL

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

We're so fortunate that Hanging Lake was spared from the fire last year! Remember to grab a reservation if you plan to visit this Colorado gem this year: https://t.co/DHgheNEfZI

[Jamie Leary @JamieALeary]

Hanging Lake is in GREAT shape & on Saturday, will welcome visitors for the first time since the Grizzly Creek fire. Tune in at 6 for an up close look- it’s amazing how this magical place was spared. @CBSDenver

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

And you can see these webcams and others directly in COTREX. Just look for the camera symbol on the map: https://t.co/57UU8mtYyj

[City of Fort Collins Natural Areas @FCNaturalAreas]

Insider's Tip: Before you visit Natural Areas, check web cams at https://t.co/8joiadlusq
The busiest times at natural areas are weekends, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., so try visiting earlier or later, or on weekday mornings. Photo at Soapstone Prairie Natural Area.

[CO Dept of Natural Resources @ColoradoDNR]

There is so much to be thankful for in our beautiful state. We greatly appreciate our employees & all Coloradans who care & love for our land, wildlife, water, and people. Happy #EarthDay Colorado! #coleg #copolitics (Photo: @COParksWildlife - Crawford State Park)

[National Park Service @NatlParkService]

Things to ask yourself before heading out on a hike:

🥾 What is my hiking experience?

🥾 Have I ever hiked in this type of environment before?

🥾 Have I ever tried to breathe quieter on a trail so bystanders don’t think I’m fighting for my life?

#RecreateResponsibly

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

You may have you bring your snowshoes depending on which park you go to - but don't miss out on FREE National Park Day tomorrow! 👍

[Visit Grand Junction @VisitGJ]

Tomorrow [April 17] is FREE National Park Day. That's right, free entry to the Monument. Here are a few of our favorite ways to experience the Colorado National Monument: https://t.co/xZnvbji6N3

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

While you don't need to know about land ownership to find a trail on COTREX, here's a nice read about the different types of land that provide the 45,000+ miles of trails in CO.

[Keep It Colorado @keepit_co]

What is "open space"? Whether on public or private property, open space lands provide important wildlife habitat and create rich opportunities for viewing wildlife and beautiful natural scenery. https://t.co/T6sfEOXw5o

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Great visual from @TrailsLakewood on what "sticking to the trail" means

[Lakewood, CO Trails @TrailsLakewood]

Be a trail hero! Protect your trails by not short cutting, remaining on the trail tread, and only stepping off the trail when needed to allow passing and to yield.

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

@FCNaturalAreas See this closure and stay up to date on others in the COTREX app! https://t.co/rZYNBBb2PC

[CO Dept of Natural Resources @ColoradoDNR]

Heading to backcountry? Carry an avalanche transceiver, probe & shovel. Pack the ten essentials: extra warm layers, first-aid & fire-starting kits, navigation tools, headlamp, food & water, repair tools, a whistle, sun protection, & a tarp or bivy. #RecreateResponsibly

[ColoradoSAR @colorado_sar]

Today’s CO Backcountry Safety Week theme is to always Check the CAIC Forecast and Danger Rating. Don’t be complacent! Most avalanche accidents involve experienced backcountry users. https://t.co/RPupH5kcAe Statewide Twitter Account- https://t.co/H2jewtkJC0 #KnowBeforeYouGo

[ColoradoSAR @colorado_sar]

Today’s CO Backcountry Safety Week theme is to Avoid Activities Beyond Your Skill Level. Get the education before you take up backcountry sports, and go out with an experienced mentor or professional guide. Our SAR teams don’t want to meet you by accident! #RecreateResponsibly

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

It's Colorado Backcountry Winter Safety Awareness Week. Have fun and stay safe out there, folks!

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

@TrishShantz @CityofBlackHawk Agreed! If there are any new trails that we should add to COTREX, have the land manager/owner reach out to [email protected]

Thanks for thinking of us @TrishShantz!

[COTREX @COTREXapp]

Hear a first-hand firefighting story from Dan Gibbs - Director of the Department of Natural Resources.

Thank you to Dan and the other firefighters working to protect Colorado!
👏👏👏

[CO Dept of Natural Resources @ColoradoDNR]

.@DanGibbs talks w/ @cprwarner on @ColoradoMatters abt his experience on #CameronPeakFire this week, how climate change is impacting fires & what CO can do to prepare for more #cofires in our future.

https://t.co/PmFVpAWUxu