5 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.

Kids will enjoy Trail Ridge Road and Annual Flower Trial Garden. Explore Fort Collins' surroundings by going to Rocky Mountain National Park (Many Parks Curve Overlook, Emerald Lake Trail, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Cache La Poudre River, take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens on Spring Creek, trek along Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, and see the sky in a new way at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery.

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Denver to Fort Collins is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in September, and nighttime lows around 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can travel back home.