This list is just a snippet of the offerings in Fort Collins, and we welcome you to comment and add anything we have missed. We hope you enjoy the list, and we challenge you to check each of the 31 things we came up with off your list. The reservoir is a beloved recreation spot for activities such as fishing, swimming, boating, stand-up paddleboarding , sailing, water skiing, hiking, and camping.
There are miles upon miles of trails surrounding the reservoir as well for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. The east side of the reservoir also serves as one of the best spots in Colorado for bouldering. Not to mention, Colorado Highway 14, which runs alongside the river, is a designated Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway as well. The Poudre is a haven for outdoor fanatics, offering activities like whitewater rafting class III-IV rapids , hiking , biking , camping, kayaking, and fishing.
And, when winter rolls around, the Poudre is home to sports like snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling. Why does the river have such an interesting name do you ask? According to the story, the Poudre River was the place where French-Canadian trappers hid their gunpowder during a raging blizzard in the early s.
The name Cache la Poudre is a French phrase meaning "hide the powder. This is what Fort Collins is known for. Did you know Fort Collins is home to more than 21 craft breweries? The Exchange , located at North College Avenue in Old Town, features food and craft beverages served from shipping container cars. Churn , an endeavor from Little Man Ice Cream, anchors the open-air central quarter. Other great establishments housed at the Exchange include the FoCo Beer Collective ; the Burger Lab , which serves up unique burger combos; local spirits from CopperMuse Distillery; Yellow Crunch , which features Columbian food and empanadas that are to die for; Vatos Tacos and Tequila , which serves up tasty street tacos; La Piadina , serving Italian flatbread sandwiches; and indoor mini golf at Old Town Putt.
The Gardens on Spring Creek is an acre botanical garden offering a haven in the middle of town. Kids and adults alike will fall in love with the Conservatory Butterfly House, a 1, square foot glass enclosure that's the first and only permanent facility of its kind in Northern Colorado. It features up to free-flying North American butterflies.
