3 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.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Trail Ridge Road and Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Chasm Falls, Bear Lake, &more) and Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark). There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Cache La Poudre River, pause for some photo ops at Veteran's Plaza of Northern Colorado, see the interesting displays at Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, and see the sky in a new way at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery.

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In October, daily temperatures in Fort Collins can reach 66°F, while at night they dip to 39°F.