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.

Get in touch with nature at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space and Old Fall River Road. Explore hidden gems such as Cache La Poudre River and The Farm at Lee Martinez Park. Take a break from Fort Collins with a short trip to Deadman Lookout in Red Feather Lakes, about 1h 25 min away. There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Totally 80's Pizza & Museum, sample the tasty concoctions at New Belgium Brewing Company, ride a horse along Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area, and contemplate the waterfront views at Reservoir Ridge Natural Area.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Fort Collins online trip maker.

In November, daytime highs in Fort Collins are 53°F, while nighttime lows are 26°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.