4 days in Fort Collins & Bellvue Itinerary

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

Cache La Poudre River has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): hike along Emerald Lake Trail, take a memorable drive along Trail Ridge Road, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Chasm Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: look for gifts at St. Pete's Fly Shop, then stroll through Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Cache La Poudre River.

To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Fort Collins day trip planning website.

New York City to Fort Collins is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from New York City to Fort Collins. Traveling from New York City in July, expect a bit cooler with lows of 55°F in Fort Collins. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can travel to Bellvue.

Bellvue is an unincorporated community and U.S. Post Office in Larimer County, Colorado. To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Bellvue planning tool.

Bellvue is very close to Fort Collins. In July in Bellvue, expect temperatures between 87°F during the day and 55°F at night. On the 21st (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.