Leisure and Travel Blog

Seeking out fall colors is a great way to explore Fort Collins and surrounding areas during one of its most beautiful seasons. The peak season for fall foliage typically runs from the last week in September to the second week of October. But, for those wanting to get a head start you can find fall

Labor Day Weekend in Fort Collins is a near perfect time to come visit our city. It is essentially the unofficial closing of summer and it is jam packed with events and things to do. This three-day weekend in Fort Collins is filled with thrilling activities like the FORTitude 10K race and a fun

We decided to compile a list of things to do that will make you love Fort Collins and we decided to cut it off at 31 because the list would have easily been in the hundreds if we didn't pump the brakes. This list is just a snippet of the offerings in Fort Collins and we welcome you the readers to

In today's world of domestic and international travel, tourists have become accustomed to sharing their amazing experiences through photos on Instagram. And, when visitors make their way to Fort Collins it's no different. People sharing their photos of their favorite places in Fort Collins has

Foothills Trail

The Foothills Trail connects Pineridge, Maxwell and Reservoir Ridge Natural Areas. The most scenic part of the Foothills Trail is when it follows along the eastern edge of Horsetooth Reservoir, offering amazing views of the body of water. The trail is 9.6-miles-long and offers a

By Caramie Petrowsky

There’s something about the first really warm spring days that make you crave a sunny patio, a cold drink and some good company. Thankfully Fort Collins has a plethora of options from which to choose. You could spend all summer patio hopping in pursuit of the holy grail.

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This year Mother’s Day and Colorado State University's graduation weekends happen back to back May 10-12 and May 17-19. This means there will be plenty to do for all of the grads and moms that are making their way to Fort Collins for the festivities. We know moms and grads are fairly hard to shop

Whitewater rafting on the Cache la Poudre River, Colorado’s only designated “Wild & Scenic” River, is one of the most exhilarating experiences to be had in a lifetime. The Poudre (Pooh-Der), as the locals affectionately call it, runs right through the heart of Fort Collins, making the “Choice City”

Memorial Day Weekend provides the perfect excuse to spend an extra day or two in Fort Collins. Not only is it a three-day weekend, which means there’s more time for activities, but Memorial Day Weekend also serves as the unofficial start to summer. Let's also not forget that Memorial Day is a very

The summer season in Fort Collins is extraordinarily beautiful and is by far one of the best times of the year to plan a trip. Fort Collins offers a variety of things to do during the summer season such as hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, SUP'n, live outdoor music and so much more. Plan your Summer