The most popular activities include scenic driving, camping and picnicking, hiking, winter sports, hunting, fishing and whitewater boating. The Cache la Poudre-North Park Scenic Byway is recognized as one of Colorado's premier scenic highways. Take time to stop along the corridor to enjoy the spectacular scenery and visit various interpretive exhibits. A network of Forest Service and county roads provides access to most areas of Roosevelt National Forest. Check current Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest maps for travel regulations, and be sure your vehicle is equipped to travel on roads that you select.
Numerous trails begin in the canyon and allow foot, horse or bicycle access into the backcountry.
See information posted at the trailhead, or consult an Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest recreation map for appropriate uses on each trail. Wintertime fun is plentiful at higher elevations. Many Forest Service roads and trails receive heavy snow during winter months and are enjoyed by snowmobilers and cross-country skiers. Contact the Redfeather Ranger District for more information. Be prepared for cold weather emergencies and practice safe winter recreation procedures.