Poudre Fire Authority Reopens Upgraded Redstone Canyon Station

Renovations to Station 11 improve safety, comfort, and emergency response for volunteer firefighters serving a remote area west of Fort Collins.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:19am

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An abstract, impressionistic image of a firefighter's uniform and equipment, captured in soft, blurred pools of warm, earthy tones, conveying the essential role of volunteer responders in remote communities.The renovated Station 11 will help volunteer firefighters respond more effectively to emergencies in the rugged Redstone Canyon region.Fort Collins Today

Poudre Fire Authority has reopened Station 11 in Redstone Canyon after a major renovation project to modernize the volunteer fire station. The upgrades, which include a new kitchenette, storage, and bathroom facilities, are designed to improve safety, comfort, and operational efficiency for the firefighters who protect this rugged, wildfire-prone region west of Fort Collins.

Why it matters

As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense across Northern Colorado, investments in rural fire stations like Station 11 are crucial to ensuring remote communities remain protected and prepared. The renovations will help the volunteer firefighters respond more effectively to emergencies in an area where access can be challenging and quick response times are critical.

The details

The project to renovate Station 11 was first announced in 2025. The station had not been updated since it was originally built in the mid-1990s and required significant modernization. The updated station now includes a kitchenette, improved storage, and a new bathroom, replacing what had previously been a largely bare-bones structure with limited workspace.

  • The project to renovate Station 11 was first announced in 2025.
  • The renovated Station 11 recently reopened after the completion of the project.

The players

Poudre Fire Authority

The fire department that serves Fort Collins, Colorado and the surrounding region, including the Redstone Canyon area where Station 11 is located.

Redstone Canyon

A rugged, wildfire-prone region west of Fort Collins, Colorado where Station 11 is located and serves as a vital emergency response hub.

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What’s next

The reopening of the renovated Station 11 is expected to strengthen emergency preparedness and wildfire response capabilities in the Redstone Canyon area for years to come.

The takeaway

Investments in rural fire stations like Station 11 are crucial to ensuring remote communities remain protected as wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense across Northern Colorado. The renovations demonstrate a commitment to supporting volunteer firefighters and enhancing public safety in hard-to-reach areas.