Ponds at Overland Trail
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The Ponds at Overland Trail sits on the west side of Overland Trail between W Prospect Rd and W Elizabeth St, where streets named for prairie plants, Golden Currant Blvd, Blue Flax Ct, Buffaloberry Ct, and Coneflower Dr, wrap two ponds at the subdivision's core. Homes went up between 2000 and 2012 on 0.15 to 0.30 acre lots, and the plat set aside 73 acres of native-grass open space that runs west toward the hogback. Maxwell Natural Area begins just beyond that edge, with a 1.5-mile trail that ties into the 9.6-mile Foothills Trail linking Pineridge and Reservoir Ridge. Bauder Elementary is about 0.7 miles east on W Prospect Rd, and Elizabeth St runs straight east to the CSU campus in roughly seven minutes.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Old Town Fort Collins (100+ restaurants, shops, breweries, events)
- Colorado State University campus and events
- New Belgium Brewing, Odell Brewing, 20+ craft breweries
- Horsetooth Reservoir (boating, swimming, fishing, rock climbing)
- Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (29 miles of trails)
- Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area (trails and wildlife)
- Fossil Creek Reservoir Natural Area (1,400 acres, 180+ bird species)
- Spring Creek Trail (7-mile paved urban trail)
- Poudre River Trail
- Power Trail (north-south bike corridor)
- Gardens on Spring Creek (community botanic garden)
- Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
- Lincoln Center (performing arts)
- Edora Park and Rolland Moore Park (major rec centers)
- Collindale Golf Course and Southridge Golf Course
- City Park (pool, playgrounds, tennis)
- 960+ acres of developed parks, 45+ miles of paved trails
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Where it sits
Inside Fort Collins. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Ponds at Overland Trail
Where is Ponds at Overland Trail?
Ponds at Overland Trail is in Fort Collins, about 3.1 miles west of the Fort Collins center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Ponds at Overland Trail built?
Homes in Ponds at Overland Trail were built between 2000 and 2012 (early 21st century). Builders on record include various builders.
Is there an HOA in Ponds at Overland Trail, and what does it cost?
Ponds at Overland Trail has a homeowners association. Dues run about $50–$100/mo (estimated); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Ponds at Overland Trail have?
Ponds at Overland Trail amenities include 73 acres of open space, native grass and natural walking paths, Foothills Trail and Maxwell Natural Area connections, and large lots and quiet streets.
How big are the lots in Ponds at Overland Trail?
Typical lots in Ponds at Overland Trail run 0.15–0.30 acres.
Which schools are near Ponds at Overland Trail?
Schools near Ponds at Overland Trail include Bauder Elementary, Blevins Middle School, and Rocky Mountain High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Ponds at Overland Trail?
County parcel records show about 290 parcels in Ponds at Overland Trail.
How high is Ponds at Overland Trail?
Ponds at Overland Trail sits at about 5,160 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Ponds at Overland Trail open space
- Maxwell Natural Area
- Foothills Trail
- Bauder Elementary
- Blevins Middle School
- Rocky Mountain High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 1 minOverland Trail
- 3 minTaft Hill Rd
- 5 minDrake Rd
Transit in Fort Collins: Transfort MAX bus rapid transit (Mason Corridor, Downtown to South Transfer Center) · Transfort local bus routes throughout city · Bustang regional service to Denver (2+ hours) · Fort Collins bike share (FC Bikes) · 280+ miles of bike lanes and trails (Platinum-level Bicycle Friendly Community)
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About This Profile
This profile of Ponds at Overland Trail was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source. Footprint inferred from street pattern west of Overland Trail; subdivision name absent from map data.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.