Preview: Even with its population of 118,000, Fort Collins retains that small-town feeling. Residents here indulge in the good life with magnificent outdoor recreation and enough restaurants, galleries, and microbreweries to enjoy a night on the town. Established in 1864 as a post to protect settlers and travelers along the Overland Trail, the city was once an active military fort. Today the mixture of lifestyles—students, farmers, ranchers, professors, and retirees—helps create the community’s charm. As the home of Colorado State University, Fort Collins has the attractions that every good college town should: excellent bookstores, outdoor cafes, and that youthful intellectual edge found in a university setting. Highlights include: Historic Old Town Square, Colorado State University, world-famous Clydesdales, Horsetooth Reservoir, Cache la Poudre River, and a flower farm. The detailed itinerary in this chapter is a driving tour that features extensive recommendations for sightseeing attractions, recreational activities, lodging, restaurants, shopping, and more.
© Copyright Sherry Spitsnaugle published by The Globe Pequot Press all rights reserved.
Duration: One night
Best Time to Go: Year-round
This travel guide comes from:
Quick Escapes: Denver Guide Book
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