Family Fun Outdoors Itinerary

As Northern Colorado’s oldest restaurant dating back to 1933, the Silver Grill Cafe in Old Town Fort Collins has a history as sweet as its signature cinnamon roll. Named "Best Breakfast in America" by Esquire Magazine, the iconic restaurant’s breakfast and lunch menus offer traditional home-style food and weekly specials. Original hardwood floors, time-worn brick walls, and views of historic Old Town surround diners. On its large award-winning patio guests enjoy food and conversation year-round. The Grill’s drink menu includes OJ that’s fresh-squeezed on the spot, espresso drinks, custom cocktails, and regional craft beers. Open daily 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cows, horses and sheep, oh my! The Farm at Lee Martinez Park has provided hands-on family fun since 1985, serving as an educational and interactive experience for Fort Collins residents and visitors. The Farm hosts anywhere from 40-60 animals at a time, caring for everything from horses and cows to chickens and baby goats.

Enjoy outdoor activities, beautiful lodging and more at Horsetooth Reservoir, one of Colorado’s most scenic outdoor paradises, located only minutes outside Fort Collins. In 1933, the Poudre Valley was enduring years of drought and dust storms and the farmers began realizing the need for more water to satisfy the thirst of the crop-bearing farms around Fort Collins. Knowing the water from the Poudre River was inconsistent, sometimes providing too much and at other times not enough, Horsetooth Reservoir was developed to solve the problem. The reservoir acquired its name from the unique rock formation that sits above the large body of water. There is an old Native American legend regarding this famous stone. The Valley of Contentment (today’s Horsetooth Reservoir) was once guarded by a giant so that no buffalo, deer, or antelope were hunted in the valley. Chief Maunamoku led the natives to slay the giant. When killing the giant, the Chief slashed at his heart, first in the center, then on the right and then on the left with a tomahawk from the heavens. The next day the giant turned to stone and is now known as Horsetooth Rock. Today, the 6.5-mile-long reservoir is a favorite recreation spot for activities such as boating, fishing, swimming, stand up paddle boarding, water skiing, sailing and picnicking. There are many miles of trails surrounding the reservoir for mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking. Additionally, on the east side of the reservoir is one of the best spots in Colorado for bouldering in Rotary Park. Horsetooth Reservoir is open year-round and includes RV spots, campsites and cabins, all managed by Larimer County Natural Areas. If camping isn’t your style, relax in one of the condos or bed & breakfasts in the area and rent a boat, kayak, SUP board and more at the local marina or What's SUP. Parking lots can fill up fast, particularly in the summer months. Be the first to know when they are at capacity by texting the keyword(s) lcboating or lcopenspaces to: 833-581-0014. For more information, please contact the Visit Fort Collins Information Center. 3D spherical pano by Brendan Bombaci with Falconer Aerial Imagery and GIS Services

Downtown Fort Collins is filled with unique locally-owned stores, boutiques, and specialty shops with elaborate window displays beckoning you inside. There are also a variety of restaurants, bars, bistros, lounges, and pubs (over 130 of them, actually!) that provide a taste for any craving. In the summer, enjoy outdoor and patio dining at nearly 100 of them! Additionally, on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays between May - September, you can ride the Fort Collins Trolley from downtown to City Park and back along the historic, tree-lined Mountain Avenue.

Prime rib, applewood smoked rotisserie chicken, baby back ribs, Northwest grilled salmon, garlic mashed potatoes. Terrific outdoor dining. Great happy hour Mon-Fri 2-6 pm

Discover Vern's Place in Laporte—serving Northern Colorado homestyle comfort food since 1946. Famous for fried chicken, cinnamon rolls & warm hospitality.

Expand your mind. Engage your world. Come experience Northern Colorado's most immersive, interactive & innovative museum: Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. Hands-on & collections-based explorations in science & history await lifelong learners of all ages!

The Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area (Cache NHA) is a 45-mile corridor along the river's 100-year floodplain, stretching from the foothills of the Rockies near Fort Collins to its confluence with the South Platte River in Greeley. Designated by Congress in 2009, the area adds to the greater U.S. history by honoring the region's role in the development of Western water law, innovative irrigation techniques, and water measurement devices. The Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area (Cache NHA), managed by the Poudre Heritage Alliance nonprofit, strives to promote various historical and cultural opportunities, engage visitors and residents in the river corridor, and inspire learning, preservation and stewardship.

Fort Collin's ONE & ONLY family and veteran owned sandwich bar! Here at Snack Attack, we focus on high quality, freshly prepared sandwiches, salads and wraps alongside a great selection of local craft brews! We are proud to feature Boar's Head Meats & Cheeses, freshly grilled chicken and bacon! When we say we are Foco's Freshest... we mean it! No freezer, no fryer and no microwave! Stop by for fresh eats, cold brews and Good Vibes Only!

Scenic trail rides into the beautiful Roosevelt National Forest. 25 miles of trail starting at 8500ft and up. Overnight rides and dinner rides! Full service Resort Ranch with restaurant, lodge, fishing, tubing hill with lift, cross country skiing and more!