History of Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park – Guided Tour

 07/16/2026  |  10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
  Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park (Big Thompson Canyon)

Guided Walk: Nature, Birding, History - Adult Programs

Certified Loveland Naturalist Rein K. will help you connect to one of Loveland's favorite places with this "Stroll Down Memory Lane" in Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park. Rein will explain the natural (and human) events that occurred in the park since it's beginnings in 1926. He will also share the unique features of VSMP and encourage future visits, especially during this 100th Anniversary year. A visit to the Nature Cabin is included, to view the mammal, bird, and geology collections. Be prepared for canyon weather (appropriate clothing, good walking shoes, sun protection, and water). There are vault restrooms available (no running water available in the park). We will be on level gravel and paved trails for a 1-mile walk. To park in the lower parking lot, west end, turn left at the entrance and head down the hill. Then walk across the bridge to meet Rein in the stone CCC picnic shelter area (look for the green Open Lands flag).

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Michele Van Hare

Environmental Education & Volunteer Coordinator

Open Lands & Trails

City of Loveland

970.962.2643

500 E. Third St., Suite 200

Loveland, CO 80537