Horsetooth Reservoir

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Production notes

Drone

Drones prohibited at Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces.

Light

Morning golden hour

7:31 AM – 8:06 AM

Light from the WSW · 6717°

Evening golden hour

5:20 PM – 5:56 PM

Light from the SW · 14259°

First light: 7:00 AM
Sunrise: 7:28 AM
Sunset: 5:59 PM
Last light: 6:27 PM
Blue hour: 6:27 PM–6:59 PM
Solar noon: 12:43 PM
Sun at noon: 2032° up, NE
Day length: 10h 31m

Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.

Shooting here

Checked 2026-09-14

Personal photography
Casual personal photography follows normal visitor and entrance rules.
Portrait or hired shoots
Commercial photography requires a Larimer County photography permit.
Commercial, brand, or film
Commercial filming requires a film permit.
Drone
Drones prohibited at Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces.
Fee or rate
One-time photography starts $25, annual photography starts $150, film permit starts $250

Permit path: PORTRAIT_PERMIT

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Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.

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Access

PORTRAIT_PERMIT. Apply at least 30 days in advance, certificate of insurance required. Entrance permit may also be required, activity-specific restrictions apply.