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 (Old Fall River Road & Alluvial Fan) and Deadman Lookout (in Red Feather Lakes). There's much more to do: sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, explore the activities along Cache La Poudre River, admire the natural beauty at Annual Flower Trial Garden, and experience rural life at The Bartels Farm.

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If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiport is Denver International Airport. Expect a daytime high around °C in October, and nighttime lows around °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.