8 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 explore the less-touristy side of things at Sky Pond and Holzwarth Historic Site. Escape the urban bustle at Trail Ridge Road and Collindale Golf Course. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort Collins: Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark), Glen Haven General Store (in Glen Haven) and Rocky Mountain National Park (North Inlet Trail, Deer Mountain, &more). Next up on the itinerary: explore by horseback at Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area, grab your bike and head to Poudre Trail, examine the collection at The Farm at Lee Martinez Park, and explore the activities along Reservoir Ridge Natural Area.

To see photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Fort Collins online trip builder.

Expect a daytime high around 86°F in August, and nighttime lows around 56°F.