6 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Alberta Falls, Emerald Lake Trail, &more) and Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark). There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens on Spring Creek, look and learn at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Maxline Brewing.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Fort Collins road trip planner.

Expect a daytime high around 60°F in April, and nighttime lows around 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.