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.

Family-friendly places like Trail Ridge Road and Fort Collins Museum of Discovery will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Collins: Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark) and Rocky Mountain National Park (Many Parks Curve Overlook, Bear Lake, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Cache La Poudre River, trek along Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, appreciate the history behind Veteran's Plaza of Northern Colorado, and admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden.

To find photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Fort Collins day trip planning website.

Expect a daytime high around 66°F in October, and nighttime lows around 39°F.