13 days in Fort Collins Itinerary

Called vibrant, eclectic and authentic, Fort Collins tops “best of” lists year after year thanks to its myriad of cultural opportunities.

Escape the urban bustle at Trail Ridge Road and Emerald Lake Trail. Venture out of the city with trips to Rocky Mountain National Park (Longs Peak, Adams Falls Trail, &more), Allenspark (Eagle Plume Trading Post & Chapel on the Rock) and Gateway Natural Area (in Bellvue). There's much more to do: sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, engage your brain at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, look for all kinds of wild species at Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area, and stroll around Spring Canyon Community Park.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Fort Collins day trip planning site.

In July, daytime highs in Fort Collins are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.