A Colorado college town at the base of the Rockies, home to one of the country’s densest craft brewery scenes.
Why Visit Fort Collins
Fort Collins pairs a historic downtown that partly inspired Disneyland’s Main Street USA with a genuinely serious craft beer culture, anchored by New Belgium and Odell breweries among dozens of others. Colorado State University keeps the city youthful, and the nearby foothills of the Rockies offer easy access to hiking and Horsetooth Reservoir.
Top Experiences
- Old Town Fort Collins: A historic downtown district said to have inspired Walt Disney’s Main Street USA design.
- New Belgium Brewing tour: Tours of one of Colorado’s largest craft breweries, maker of Fat Tire ale.
- Horsetooth Reservoir: A foothills reservoir popular for hiking, boating, and paddleboarding with mountain views.
- Fort Collins Brewery District: One of the highest concentrations of craft breweries per capita in the country.
Book these experiences and more through guided tours from Fort Collins.
In the Footsteps of the Explorers, Fort Collins Walking Tour
Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Fort Collins with Holly Jolly Hunt
Practical Tips
- Old Town is compact and best explored on foot.
- Horsetooth Rock hike offers the area’s best panoramic views for a moderate half day effort.
- Brewery tours often require advance reservations during peak summer season.
FAQ
Why is Fort Collins known for beer?
It has one of the highest concentrations of craft breweries per capita in the US, including major names like New Belgium and Odell.
Did Old Town Fort Collins inspire Disneyland?
Local legend holds that Walt Disney drew inspiration from Old Town’s storefronts for Disneyland’s Main Street USA, though the claim is debated.
What outdoor activities are near Fort Collins?
Horsetooth Reservoir and the surrounding foothills offer hiking, boating, and paddleboarding close to downtown.
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