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A working farm run by the City of Fort Collins, with 40 to 60 animals at a time, from horses and cows to chickens and baby goats. In winter it's open Wednesday to Sunday.
Know before you go. The Farm doesn't list sensory hours or a quiet room. Here's what the city does say about the animals, the season and the rules.
Hours
Nov 1 to Mar 31: Wednesday to Saturday 10 am to 4 pm; Sunday noon to 4 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
600 N. Sherwood St., Fort Collins 80521
What to expect
“The Farm hosts anywhere from 40-60 animals at a time, caring for everything from horses and cows to chickens and baby goats.”
“Pony rides are available April through October on weekends.”
“Pets are not allowed on The Farm grounds.” For the animals' safety, balloons must stay inside the rental room.
- Admission is required. For the price, call 970-221-6665 or check the city's passes and fees.
- Animal sounds and smells are part of any farm visit. Headphones can help with sound.
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Visual schedule
Farm Visit
- Drive to the farm
- Park the car
- Get our tickets
- See the horses
- See the cows
- See the chickens
- Wash my hands
- Walk to the car
- All done
Ask before you go
- sensory hours or a quieter time
- a quiet room
- admission prices
- whether visitors can pet or feed the animals
- whether the paths are paved
- whether there is an indoor place to warm up
More about The Farm at Lee Martinez Park
- The Farm has been open since 1985 and is open year-round, with hours that change by season.
- Guided 30-minute farm tours and hayrides are add-ons for groups and parties, paid the day of: $4 per person with a $48 minimum.
- Hands-on classes are listed in the city's Recreator.
- The main building has a room and kitchen you can rent for parties.
- No alcohol or smoking anywhere on the grounds or in the parking lot.
- Recreation Division 970-221-6665, recreation@fortcollins.gov.
- recreation@fortcollins.gov Recreation Division
Source: fortcollins.gov
