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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and Gardens on Spring Creek. Family-friendly places like Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and The Farm at Lee Martinez Park will thrill your kids. Get out of town with these interesting Fort Collins side-trips: Rocky Mountain National Park (Sheep Lakes, Emerald Lake Trail, &more) and Chapel on the Rock (in Allenspark). The adventure continues: walk around City Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Riverbend Ponds Natural Area, take a stroll through Jessup Farm Artisan Village, and take in nature's colorful creations at Annual Flower Trial Garden.

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In April in Fort Collins, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 33°F at night.