Horse Rider Rescued on Towers Trail Near Fort Collins

Multi-agency response ensures quick rescue and transport from popular local trail

Apr. 5, 2026 at 12:36am

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Emergency crews responded to a rider rescue on Towers Trail near Fort Collins after reports of an injured horseback rider. Responders from the Poudre Fire Authority, UCHealth EMS, Lifeline, and Larimer County Parks Rangers were able to quickly reach the rider, provide care, and transport the individual to a local hospital. The horse involved was also safely recovered.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the importance of coordinated emergency response across Larimer County's popular outdoor recreation areas, where access can be challenging and response times depend on close collaboration between agencies.

The details

According to the Poudre Fire Authority, crews were dispatched alongside UCHealth EMS, Lifeline, and Larimer County Parks Rangers to assist a patient in a remote section of the Towers Trail system. Responders were able to quickly reach the rider, provide care, and transport the individual to a local hospital, though the rider's condition has not been released. The horse involved in the incident was safely recovered by an authorized party.

  • On April 5, 2026, emergency crews responded to the incident on Towers Trail.

The players

Poudre Fire Authority

The local fire department that coordinated the emergency response and rescue effort.

UCHealth EMS

The emergency medical services provider that assisted in the rescue and transport of the injured rider.

Lifeline

An emergency medical transport service that helped respond to the incident.

Larimer County Parks Rangers

The local parks department personnel who aided in the rescue operation on the Towers Trail.

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The takeaway

This rescue operation demonstrates the importance of strong interagency coordination and collaboration to ensure timely and effective emergency response, especially in remote outdoor recreation areas where access can be challenging.