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 Cache La Poudre River and Alluvial Fan. Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Collins: Deadman Lookout (in Red Feather Lakes) and Old Fall River Road (in Rocky Mountain National Park). There's much more to do: trek along Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, look and learn at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden, and sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company.

For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Fort Collins online travel planner.

Expect a daytime high around 66°F in October, and nighttime lows around 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.