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Nordy's BBQ
151 North College
(970) 568-8358
(970) 568-8281
BBQ Ribs, Pork, Brisket & Smoked Sausage with all the Fixin's
Rodizio Grill
(970) 482-3103
The Melting Pot
970-207-0100
Terry Bison Ranch
51 I-25 Service Road East
307-634-4171
RV Park, Cabins, original cowboy bunkhouse, gift shop, restaurant and saloon. Guided horseback rides, motorized and train tours. Easy access off I-25 and I-80. Wi-Fi available.
Rawah Ranch & Orvis edorsed fly fishing lodge
11447 N. County Road 103
800-820-3152
Experience the spectacular setting of our Colorado Guest Ranch high in the Rockies! Enjoy a relaxing, recreational Vacation at Rawah Ranch!
Poudre River/Red Feather Lakes Tourist Council
31635 Poudre Canyon Rd
970-881-2142
Lodging, RV parking, restaurants, and fun things to do in Northern Colorado's most beautiful mountain recreation area; all within a short drive to Fort Collins.
Bighorn Cabins
31635 Poudre Canyon
970-881-2142
Cozy, comfortable, modern cabins on or near the river. Kitchens, bathrooms, queen or king beds, TV in most cabins, VCRs/DVDs, picnic tables & propane grills. Complementary wireless internet available.
Colorado Division of Wildlife, Northeast Region
317 W. Prospect Rd
970-472-4300
Information on hunting, fishing, wildlife and outdoor recreation.
Rocky Mountain Adventures, Inc.
PO Box 1989
970-493-4005
(970) 493-3150
Exciting whitewater trips, fly fishing guide services and kayaking classes & outings. Cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals. Reservations required; major credit cards accepted.
Inlet Bay Marina
4314 South Shoreline Drive
970-223-0140
(970) 223-8929
Horsetooth Reservoir- Full service marina with overnight slips, buoys, gas & supplies, cold drinks and snacks. Visit our website at www.inletbaymarina.com or call 970-223-0140 for boat rentals and more information.
Mulberry Pool
970-221-6657
Mulberry Pool, located near Downtown Fort Collins, is one of three indoor aquatic facilities operated by the City of Fort Collins Recreation Department. The pool is open year-round and includes a large "child friendly" interactive play area with slides and other fun water features. Mulberry Pool is a favorite for birthday parties and other celebrations. The pool is also popular with lap swimmers looking for an early morning or mid-day workout.
Mountain Whitewater Descents
1329 N Highway 287
970-419-0917
(970) 494-0695
Whitewater rafting on Colorado's only Wild and Scenic" River. A spectacular river set among a gorgeous canyon ensures a fantastic wilderness trip. Remember
Fort Collins Tours
(970) 372-1445
Fort Collins Tours provides guided hikes and walking tours in and around Fort Collins. To learn more about hikes and tour (including ghost, gourmet, and pub tours) please visit our website at www.fortcollinstours.com.
Beaver Meadows Stables
100 Marmot Drive, Unit 15
970-231-1955
Scenic trail rides into the beautiful Roosevelt National Forest. 25 miles of trail starting at 8500ft and up. Overnight rides and dinner rides! Winter sleigh rides and horse back rides in the snow. Full service Resort Ranch with restaurant, lodge, fishing, tubing hill with lift, cross country skiing and more!
Flights of Fancy, LLC
4152 Avenida Del Sol Drive
970-581-5042
Do it right the first time. World class professional balloon service with first class accommodations and champagne celebration. Live the dream. FAA-CFI certified pilot. We're not the biggest... just the best!
Windtracker Balloon Adventures, LLC
315 S. Loomis Avenue
970-482-4492
View the spectacular Colorado scenery from a hot-air balloon, with a special champagne celebration. Over 25 years experience. Take your magical flight with the most experienced pilots! Credit cards accepted.
Larimer County Natural Resources
1800 South CR 31
970-679-4570
(970) 679-4574
Manages Horsetooth Reservoir, Carter Lake, Flatiron Reservoir, Pinewood Reservoir, Bingham Hill Park, Big Thompson Parks, Devils Backbone Open Space, Eagle's Nest Open Space, Fossil Creek Reservoir Regional Open Space, Hermit Park Open Space, Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, Lions Open Space, Ramsey-Shockey Open Space, Rimrock Open Space. Parks are open year-round, seven days a week.
Cheyenne Frontier Days
P.O. Box 2477
800-227-6336
(307) 778-7213
Cheyenne Frontier Days, the world's largest outdoor rodeo and Western celebration, runs July 20-29, 2012. Experience the best of the West with daily rodeos, nightly concerts and much more!
OpenStage Theatre & Company
PO Box 617
970-484-5237
(970) 482-0859
Captivating live theatre. "OpenStage...can easily take its place among Colorado's best companies" -Denver Post. Winner of Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts. Tickets: (970) 221-6730.
Bee Family Centennial Farm Museum
4320 East County Road 58
970-482-9168
(970) 482-2696
The museum offers your family a one-of-a-kind learning experience as you journey through time with the Bee family's efforts to cultivate the arid prairie of Northern Colorado.  Call for details. Open Friday and Saturday 9am-4pm May thru October or by appointment.
Fort Collins Downtown Business Association
19 Old Town Square #230
970-484-6500
(970) 484-2069
Markets and promotes businesses and special events in downtown Fort Collins: First Night, Old Town Car Show, Colorado Brewers' Festival, NewWestFest, parades, shopping, dining, and more!
Garbage Garage Education Center
5887 South Taft Hill Road
970-498-5772
(970) 498-5780
The Garbage Garage Education Center is full of colorful and interactive displays that help visitors of all ages learn about reducing, reusing, and recycling. Call for hours.
Poudre Landmarks Foundation, Inc.
108 North Meldrum Street
970-221-0533
(970) 482-2719
The Foundation manages the Avery House Historic Distric, the 1882-83 Fort Collins Water Works and the Museo de las Tres Colonias (The Romero House).
Swetsville Zoo
4801 E. Harmony Road
970-484-9509
A world famous sculpture park containing over 170 animals, plants, space ships, etc. Fashioned from recycled farm machinery, auto parts, and assorted metal. Open every day.
Front Range Chamber Players
P.O. Box 725
970-493-0707
(970) 225-1772
An arts group with a difference! A group of professional musicians who present works for small ensembles, a chamber choir and sometimes involving narration or multi-media.
Fort Collins Children's Theatre
PO Box 442
970-498-4110
Started in 1958 by a group of community-minded individuals, FCCT is founded on the belief that exposure to live theatrical performances is a valuable experience to be shared with families and children of all ages.
Foothills Civic Theatre, Inc. dba The Mostlies""
4231 Cape Cod Drive
970-207-9822
Since 1993 the Mostlies have been entertaining Fort Collins with original musical, parody, comedy. Performing at the Lincoln Center Mini Theatre the last week of July and first week of August.
Foothills Pops Band
204 Elm Street
970-686-2999
The Foothills Pops Band directed by Glenn Shull is a non-profit organization of local adult musicians who perform musical arrangements enjoyed by everyone. Regular season performances are held at the Fort Collins Lincoln Center.
Illustrated Light Gallery
#1 Old Town Square, Suite #103
970-493-4673
(970) 493-0447
The only gallery in Northern Colorado dedicated to fine art photography. Featuring the work of award-winning nature photographer, David Clack. Pottery, woodturnings & blown glass.
Lincoln Center
417 W. Magnolia Street
970-221-6735 x3
(970) 221-6373
The Lincoln Center is the city of Fort Collins' cultural arts center. It contains two indoor performing arts spaces, three indoor galleries, conference facilities and an outdoor sculpture and performance garden.
Fort Collins Symphony
P.O. Box 1963
970-482-4823
(970) 482-4858
The Fort Collins Symphony performs orchestral music of the highest artistic standard, providing entertainment, education and enhancement of the cultural environment to the Northern Colorado region.
Fort Collins Museum
200 Mathews Street
970-221-6738
The Fort Collins Museum features two changing exhibit galleries, one local history gallery, and the Heritage Courtyard with four historic cabins. Educational programs and tours are available for all ages.
Fort Fun
1513 E. Mulberry Street
970-472-8000
(970) 472-8009
This is the ultimate family amusement experience! Check out the miniature golf courses, go-karts, and laser tag. Try out the new batting cages or bumper boats. A fun time for all ages!
Fort Collins Museum & Discovery Science Center
200 Mathews Street
970-221-6738
A one of a kind adventure wonderland! Discovery Science Center is loaded with over 120 incredible hands-on exhibits guaranteed to thrill your imagination and ignite your curiosity. Fun for the whole family!
CSU Environmental Learning Center
3745 East Prospect Road #205
970-491-1661
Explore the riparian woodlands and signs of wildlife at the 200 acre Environmental Learning Center. Trails, raptor cages, garden and other attractions. Explore on your own or arrange a guided hike.
Fort Collins Foxes Baseball Club
Fort Collins, CO
970-225-9564
A collegiate summer league baseball team that offers fun and affordable family entertainment for everyone in Fort Collins all summer.
Gardens on Spring Creek
2145 Centre Ave.
970-416-2486
The City's new community-oriented botanic gardens south of the Hilton Fort Collins. It features a beautiful greenhouse with adjacent meeting room, Children's Garden, xeriscape garden, and more!
Chipper's Lanes
830 North College Avenue
970-484-4777
Chippers has bowling with automatic scoring, arcades, cafes, full bars and a smoke free environment. The College Center has live music and karaoke and the Horsetooth Center has sand volleyball!