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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and Cache La Poudre River. Explore Fort Collins' surroundings by going to Allenspark (Eagle Plume Trading Post & Chapel on the Rock) and Rocky Mountain National Park (Sprague Lake, Emerald Lake Trail, &more). There's much more to do: have fun and explore at Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, examine the collection at Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, take in nature's colorful creations at Gardens on Spring Creek, and stroll around Fossil Creek Park.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Fort Collins online visit planner.

In May in Fort Collins, expect temperatures between 67°F during the day and 42°F at night.