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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lily Lake Trailhead and Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area. Museum-lovers will appreciate Totally 80's Pizza & Museum and Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Get out of town with these interesting Fort Collins side-trips: Rocky Mountain National Park (Chasm Falls, Many Parks Curve Overlook, &more) and Eagle Plume Trading Post (in Allenspark). There's lots more to do: sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, examine the collection at The Farm at Lee Martinez Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Pineridge Natural Area, and learn insider's secrets on Beer & Bike Day Tours.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Fort Collins online tour itinerary planner.

In October in Fort Collins, expect temperatures between 66°F during the day and 39°F at night.