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.

Bring the kids along to Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and Cache La Poudre River. Change things up with these side-trips from Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Alluvial Fan & Old Fall River Road). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Belgium Brewing Company, walk around City Park, and admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Fort Collins road trip planning tool.

In April, daily temperatures in Fort Collins can reach 60°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.