7 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Fort Collins: Rocky Mountain National Park (Trail Ridge Road & Bear Lake) and Estes Park (Off-Road Tours, Horseback Riding Tours, &more). Next up on the itinerary: indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Belgium Brewing Company, tour the pleasant surroundings at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, admire the natural beauty at Gardens on Spring Creek, and identify plant and animal life at Pineridge Natural Area.

To find maps, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Fort Collins road trip planning app.

In May, daily temperatures in Fort Collins can reach 67°F, while at night they dip to 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.