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.

Visiting Trail Ridge Road and Reservoir Ridge Natural Area will get you outdoors. Venture out of the city with trips to Gateway Natural Area (in Bellvue) and Rocky Mountain National Park (Many Parks Curve Overlook, Old Fall River Road, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Cache La Poudre River, look for all kinds of wild species at Pineridge Natural Area, ride a horse along Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Odell Brewing Company.

To find more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Fort Collins attractions planning site.

In August in Fort Collins, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 56°F at night.