Greyrock Mountain (7,513') stands over the north rim of Poudre Canyon, 20 minutes from downtown Fort Collins, Colorado. The Grey Rock Trail and Grey Rock Meadows Trail form a loop around the conical formation, with a short but challenging spur that leads to the summit.

Looking across Greyrock Meadows at Greyrock Mountain

A band of sunflowers near the base of Greyrock Mountain

Greyrock Meadows - a prime area for wildlife viewing

Wild Bergamot grows along the Greyrock Meadows Trail

A large rattlesnake makes its presence known on the Greyrock Summit Trail

The summit area of Greyrock Mountain is unusually large and ecologically diverse

The hike begins by crossing the Cache La Poudre River

The stark remains of a forest fire at the base of Greyrock Mountain

Be cautious as rattlesnakes do inhabit the rocky sections of the trail

A long, open stretch of the Greyrock Meadows Trail provides excellent valley views

Small streams meander their way down to the impressive Poudre River

Views from Greyrock Mountain