Summer 2026 Issue 1

International House and University Village 1500 CAM-Unity June

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Breathing Spaces at Colorado State University:
Green Living Around student apartments

Right around many student apartment communities in Fort Collins are beautiful green spaces that provide more than just scenery. These shaded walkways, open lawns, and peaceful trees create a refreshing environment where students and families can relax, exercise, study outdoors, or simply enjoy nature after a long day. The large trees surrounding the apartments help create a cooler and more comfortable atmosphere during warm Colorado afternoons. Beyond their beauty, trees also play an important environmental role by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, helping improve air quality and supporting a healthier, eco-friendly community.

Sometimes, the best moments of student life happen right outside the apartment doors.

Spaces like these encourage walking instead of driving short distances, reduce heat around buildings, and create a calming environment that supports mental wellness and balanced student living. The benches, playgrounds, and open green areas also help build a sense of community among students, children, and families living nearby.

Discover Fort Collins on Two Wheels

Fort Collins, Colorado is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country. Fort Collins is also sometimes referred to as “FoCo”. With more than 280 miles of interconnected bike trails, scenic pathways, and outdoor recreation areas, biking has become part of everyday life for many students, locals, and tourists.

Fort Collins cycling means something for everyone, from an easy ride along the river to mountain biking in the foothills. The city’s extensive trail system links parks, neighborhoods, Colorado State University, natural areas and surrounding businesses to form an active and environmentally friendly environment.

The Poudre River Trail, a scenic paved trail along the Cache la Poudre River through northern Fort Collins, is one of the most popular biking areas. Riders can take in leisurely views of rivers, bridges, wildlife areas, and parks as they ride through different areas of the city. The trail is especially popular during the spring and summer months due to the warm weather and lush green scenery.

The Spring Creek Trail is another popular trail among locals and students. It’s an east-west trail that connects a number of parks and residential neighborhoods and is a smooth and easy ride for beginners. Many CSU students use the trail to commute cross-town, get some outdoor exercise or just to get some air after a long study session.

The Mason Trail is a primary bike route in the city, passing through important parts of Fort Collins, such as the CSU campus, downtown, and shopping districts. Its accessibility and convenient connections make it a heavily used trail for transportation and recreation.

If you want more adventures, the west side of Fort Collins has great mountain biking. Cyclists flock to Reservoir Ridge Natural Area year-round for its rolling hills, dirt trails, and expansive foothill views. More experienced riders often tackle the trails at Horsetooth Mountain and Lory State Park, where challenging terrain and beautiful Colorado views combine for a biking experience you’ll never forget.

Biking culture is a vibrant part of Fort Collins community life, and not just for recreation. The city’s well-maintained and extensive trail systems and bicycle-friendly infrastructure encourage sustainable transportation, healthy lifestyles and outdoor activity. You see families riding together in parks, outdoor lovers walking trails on weekends, and students biking to class.

Fort Collins also has many outdoor festivals, bike rides and neighborhood gatherings that promote interpersonal and natural connections. Neighborhood coffee shops, breweries and gathering spaces along the bike routes contribute to the city’s friendly, energetic vibe. 

No matter what your cycling experience, Fort Collins presents a special opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Colorado while remaining active and engaged with the community. The trail system is one of Fort Collins’ greatest outdoor assets and is a huge reason why so many people love to live in the city.

GAMZE BADAKUL

Aggie Family CAM-Unity June

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Breathing Spaces at Colorado State University:
Green Living Around student apartments

Right around many student apartment communities in Fort Collins are beautiful green spaces that provide more than just scenery. These shaded walkways, open lawns, and peaceful trees create a refreshing environment where students and families can relax, exercise, study outdoors, or simply enjoy nature after a long day. The large trees surrounding the apartments help create a cooler and more comfortable atmosphere during warm Colorado afternoons. Beyond their beauty, trees also play an important environmental role by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, helping improve air quality and supporting a healthier, eco-friendly community.

Sometimes, the best moments of student life happen right outside the apartment doors.

Spaces like these encourage walking instead of driving short distances, reduce heat around buildings, and create a calming environment that supports mental wellness and balanced student living. The benches, playgrounds, and open green areas also help build a sense of community among students, children, and families living nearby.

DISCOVER FORT COLLINS ON TWO WHEELS

Fort Collins, Colorado is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country. Fort Collins is also sometimes referred to as “FoCo”. With more than 280 miles of interconnected bike trails, scenic pathways, and outdoor recreation areas, biking has become part of everyday life for many students, locals, and tourists.

Fort Collins cycling means something for everyone, from an easy ride along the river to mountain biking in the foothills. The city’s extensive trail system links parks, neighborhoods, Colorado State University, natural areas and surrounding businesses to form an active and environmentally friendly environment.

The Poudre River Trail, a scenic paved trail along the Cache la Poudre River through northern Fort Collins, is one of the most popular biking areas. Riders can take in leisurely views of rivers, bridges, wildlife areas and parks as they ride through different areas of the city. The trail is especially popular during the spring and summer months due to the warm weather and lush green scenery.

The Spring Creek Trail is another popular trail among locals and students. It’s an east-west trail that connects a number of parks and residential neighborhoods and is a smooth and easy ride for beginners. Many CSU students use the trail to commute cross-town, get some outdoor exercise, or just to get some air after a long study session.

The Mason Trail is a primary bike route in the city, passing through important parts of Fort Collins, such as the CSU campus, downtown, and shopping districts. Its accessibility and convenient connections make it a heavily used trail for transportation and recreation.

If you want more adventures, the west side of Fort Collins has great mountain biking. Cyclists flock to Reservoir Ridge Natural Area year-round for its rolling hills, dirt trails and expansive foothill views. More experienced riders often tackle the trails at Horsetooth Mountain and Lory State Park, where challenging terrain and beautiful Colorado views combine for a biking experience you’ll never forget.

Biking culture is a vibrant part of Fort Collins community life, and not just for recreation. The city’s well-maintained and extensive trail systems and bicycle-friendly infrastructure encourage sustainable transportation, healthy lifestyles and outdoor activity. You see families riding together in parks, outdoor lovers walking trails on weekends, and students biking to class.

Fort Collins also has many outdoor festivals, bike rides and neighborhood gatherings that promote interpersonal and natural connections. Neighborhood coffee shops, breweries and gathering spaces along the bike routes contribute to the city’s friendly, energetic vibe.

No matter what your cycling experience, Fort Collins presents a special opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Colorado while remaining active and engaged with the community. The trail system is one of Fort Collins’ greatest outdoor assets and is a huge reason why so many people love to live in the city.

GAMZE BADAKUL

University Village 1600 and University Village 1700 CAM-Unity June

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Breathing Spaces at Colorado State University:
Green Living Around student apartments

Right around many student apartment communities in Fort Collins are beautiful green spaces that provide more than just scenery. These shaded walkways, open lawns, and peaceful trees create a refreshing environment where students and families can relax, exercise, study outdoors, or simply enjoy nature after a long day. The large trees surrounding the apartments help create a cooler and more comfortable atmosphere during warm Colorado afternoons. Beyond their beauty, trees also play an important environmental role by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, helping improve air quality and supporting a healthier, eco-friendly community.

Sometimes, the best moments of student life happen right outside the apartment doors.

Spaces like these encourage walking instead of driving short distances, reduce heat around buildings, and create a calming environment that supports mental wellness and balanced student living. The benches, playgrounds, and open green areas also help build a sense of community among students, children, and families living nearby.

DISCOVER FORT COLLINS ON TWO WHEELS

Fort Collins, Colorado is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the country. Fort Collins is also sometimes referred to as “FoCo”. With more than 280 miles of interconnected bike trails, scenic pathways, and outdoor recreation areas, biking has become part of everyday life for many students, locals, and tourists.

Fort Collins cycling means something for everyone, from an easy ride along the river to mountain biking in the foothills. The city’s extensive trail system links parks, neighborhoods, Colorado State University, natural areas and surrounding businesses to form an active and environmentally friendly environment.

The Poudre River Trail, a scenic paved trail along the Cache la Poudre River through northern Fort Collins, is one of the most popular biking areas. Riders can take in leisurely views of rivers, bridges, wildlife areas, and parks as they ride through different areas of the city. The trail is especially popular during the spring and summer months due to the warm weather and lush green scenery.

The Spring Creek Trail is another popular trail among locals and students. It’s an east-west trail that connects a number of parks and residential neighborhoods and is a smooth and easy ride for beginners. Many CSU students use the trail to commute cross-town, get some outdoor exercise, or just to get some air after a long study session.

The Mason Trail is a primary bike route in the city, passing through important parts of Fort Collins, such as the CSU campus, downtown, and shopping districts. Its accessibility and convenient connections make it a heavily used trail for transportation and recreation.

If you want more adventures, the west side of Fort Collins has great mountain biking. Cyclists flock to Reservoir Ridge Natural Area year-round for its rolling hills, dirt trails and expansive foothill views. More experienced riders often tackle the trails at Horsetooth Mountain and Lory State Park, where challenging terrain and beautiful Colorado views combine for a biking experience you’ll never forget.

Biking culture is a vibrant part of Fort Collins community life, and not just for recreation. The city’s well-maintained and extensive trail systems and bicycle-friendly infrastructure encourage sustainable transportation, healthy lifestyles and outdoor activity. You see families riding together in parks, outdoor lovers walking trails on weekends, and students biking to class.

Fort Collins also has many outdoor festivals, bike rides and neighborhood gatherings that promote interpersonal and natural connections. Neighborhood coffee shops, breweries and gathering spaces along the bike routes contribute to the city’s friendly, energetic vibe.

No matter what your cycling experience, Fort Collins presents a special opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Colorado while remaining active and engaged with the community. The trail system is one of Fort Collins’ greatest outdoor assets and is a huge reason why so many people love to live in the city.

GAMZE BADAKUL