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 Cache La Poudre River will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Rocky Mountain National Park (Milner Pass, Bear Lake, &more) and Eagle Plume Trading Post (in Allenspark). There's much more to do: stroll through Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden, pause for some photo ops at Veteran's Plaza of Northern Colorado, and see the interesting displays at Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising.

To find reviews, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Fort Collins trip planner.

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