Whether you are a first-time visitor or a frequent guest, welcome to Fort Collins. No matter the length of your stay, you will soon realize why this city is a favorite among residents and visitors alike. Time and again, Fort Collins has been recognized as one of the best places in the US to live, work, retire, and cycle. In fact, National Geographic named it the fourth "Happiest City in the US" in 2017, and it's easy to see why.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, abundant outdoor activities, and unique cultural events all year round, Fort Collins has something for everyone. The city boasts more than 600 restaurants, 25 craft breweries, and more than 285 miles of biking and walking trails. Additionally, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University, a top research institution in the country.
You can explore the pedestrian-friendly streets of Old Town, discover the newest stores and restaurants scattered throughout the city, take a leisurely stroll through CSU's beautiful tree-filled campus, or head to the foothills for an outdoor adventure. From performances at the renowned University Center for the Arts to leadership in clean energy and environmental science, the energy of CSU extends well beyond its campus.
Fort Collins is a city waiting for you to discover its magic.
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18 THINGS TO DO WHILE ON CAMPUS
Bored? Go hug a tree ... or rub Bill Morgan's nose at the library
18 TOUR CAMPUS
20 CSU MAP
28 FEEL AT HOME IN FORT COLLINS
Why do people fall in love with Fort Collins?
42 FAMILY FUN
Cool o at a water park and enjoy a movie at a drive-in theater
26 CSU BY THE NUMBERS
Do you know when CSU was founded, or how many bikes are on campus?
46 ART SCENE
Discover the vibrant First Friday Art Walks and painted pianos in town
56 NAPA VALLEY OF BEER
64 EVENTS CALENDAR
See what's happening around town
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Old Town is a collection of 28 historic buildings that served as the inspiration for Disneyland’s Main Street USA. The city’s most recognizable feature is about a mile north of CSU’s main campus with easy access via the MAX line or Transfort bus service. Old Town features a vintage trolley, unique shopping and more than 80 restaurants and brewpubs as the city’s nightlife hub.
Colorado State University is at the heart of Fort Collins. We planted our roots in 1870 and have been a key part of this community ever since. Colorado State is home to about about 33,000 students and 7,600 employees. We have a variety of attractions and events that make our campus a destination in itself. In fact, CSU has been recognized as one of the Top Campuses Worth Traveling For by TripAdvisor.
more than 150 years in the making, and it has helped both thrive.
CSU’s influence in Fort Collins, however, goes much deeper than simple dollars. Look at the beaming faces of more than 3,000 kids every year as they receive their very own supply-filled backpack from CSU’s School is Cool program. Or watch students support their community through collecting food donations during the annual Cans Around the Oval celebration. Or feel the community spirit as friends and families gather during the summer for the Lagoon Concert Series.
Fort Collins, established in 1864, is annually voted one of the country’s best places to live. Colorado State University, born just six years after the city was founded, has emerged as a top research university. Among the reasons both the city and CSU have become successful is their ongoing “town-gown” relationship.
A city of more than 170,000 residents, Fort Collins continues to be one of the nation’s most attractive cities in which to live. The state’s fourth-largest city is 65 miles north of Denver and situated at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills of the northern Front Range. It is named for a short-lived military installation established in 1864 on the banks of the Cache la Poudre River, which
flows through the city. The original fort site is now adjacent to the present historic “Old Town” portion of the city.
Regarded as one of the nation’s most livable cities, Fort Collins annually ranks among the leaders in surveys of health, fitness and wellness.
The city has also earned the reputation as an innovation hub by attracting entrepreneurs from across the nation to live and work locally. Fort Collins enjoys a moderate, four-season climate with low humidity and more than 300 days of sunshine annually. The city boasts 600 acres of parks, 42,770 acres of natural areas, more than 285 miles of hiking and biking trails, a wealth of public golf courses, plus three public swimming pools, an ice rink and several community centers.
Whether you are interested in cheering on the Rams at Canvas Stadium, taking in a performance at the University Center for the Arts, visiting the beautiful Annual Flower Trial Gardens, strolling around our historic Oval, or exploring what the campus has to o er, we are determined to make your experience at Colorado State University memorable.
You don’t have to look very hard to find Colorado State University’s influence in Fort Collins.
CSU long has been the driving force behind the city’s growth and development. Not only is CSU the city’s largest employer, the university and its students are the primary economic and cultural players. It is a remarkable partnership
Cans Around the Oval is a great example of CSU and its students taking action on the commitment to outreach through the university’s land-grant mission. Initiated in 1986, Cans Around the Oval has become the largest annual food and fund drive in Northern Colorado, collecting more than 2 million pounds of food and $320,000 for the Food Bank of Larimer County. In 2022, the event raised enough for 120,000 meals through the Food Bank for Larimer County.
Like Cans around the Oval, School is Cool is a uniquely CSU initiative that has become an invaluable asset for kids in Poudre School District. The employeedriven program, which began in 1991, provides grade-specific school supplies and new backpacks to PSD to distribute to students based on need. In 32 years, School is Cool has steadily grown and has provided more than 53,000 backpacks to the city’s kids.
Colorado State University and the Poudre School District in Fort Collins have a long legacy of excellence in preparing students for academic, social and personal success. The recently formalized partnership agreement between CSU and PSD demonstrates the ongoing commitment of each organization to work together in good faith to
provide diverse opportunities for the students, sta and communities of each organization. Founded on the principle of outreach, the University proudly continues that tradition more than 153 years later and continues to explore new ways to strengthen its commitment to Fort Collins.
The CSU community has been committed to improving lives for more than 153 years. Colorado State University is Colorado’s land-grant institution focused on access to higher education, research, engagement, service and inclusion. From advances in infectious disease research to animal cancer, our scientists are enhancing life-sustaining food production, bridging biomedical challenges with engineering solutions and creating innovative ways to advance the use of virtual reality. The CSU campus is recognized as one of the country’s most sustainable academic institutions and the top in sustainability curriculum. We invite you to discover Ram Country!
Students interested in attending CSU can tour campus virtually or register for a tour with our O ce of Admissions by going to:
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Visitors can explore the campus through self-guided tours or enjoy a scavenger hunt with your little future Rams.
Annual Flower Trial Gardens located just east of the main campus. The gardens consist of more than 1,000 di erent cultivars of annual bedding plants that are evaluated each year for performance under the unique Rocky Mountain environmental conditions.
Summers at CSU are a great time for visitors to experience campus and explore all that we have to o er – including concerts by the lagoon, movie nights at Canvas Stadium and special behind the scenes tours. No summertime visit to campus would be complete without visiting the
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At the heart of campus for more than 60 years, the Lory Student Center is recognized as one of the nation’s foremost student centers. From the third level ballrooms with a spectacular view of the nearby Foothills to the updated Ramskeller pub and microbrewery (complete with a fermentation studies classroom), the aweinspiring LSC Theatre, local and national food venues and several welcoming lounges, the LSC is truly a studentcentered student center.
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Sta and student ambassadors in the O ce of Admissions guide prospective students and families through all stages of the college search process. Resources and support are available to anyone interested in joining the Ram Family, whether they’re just starting their search or ready to become Rams.
Here are just a few of the ways that prospective students can explore opportunities at Colorado State University.
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A visit to campus is one of the best ways for students to determine if CSU is the right fit for them. The O ce of Admissions o ers a diverse range of programs to fit students' schedules and interests throughout the year.
Want to learn more about CSU from the comfort of home? No problem. Take our virtual tour to experience 30+ spaces on campus and in Fort Collins or sign up for a webinar to learn more about admissions, student life, and more.
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Colorado State University is represented in NCAA Division I competition by 16 sports programs, all dedicated to excellence both on and o the field of play. Encompassing more than 350 student-athletes, the Rams compete in the Mountain West conference where they have won a combined 55 team conference championships. In the classroom, Colorado State student-athletes maintain rigorous academic schedules and achieve at a rate higher than the general student body and in the upper tiers of their Mountain West peers. Colorado State is heavily represented on the league’s All-Academic team as well as the university’s President’s Lists and Athletic Director’s Honor Roll. The guiding principles of the department also align with the university, Fort Collins and northern Colorado. Colorado State Athletics mission is to:
The focus of any great trip to our campus in Fort Collins centers on athletic events, which generally run from late August to May, which allow Rams fans across the generations to gather in support of their teams.
Football plays inside Canvas Stadium, one of America’s finest stadiums. The 36,500-seat stadium opened in 2017 and provides fans with an incredible game-day experience. Inside Moby Arena, men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball host Rams fans in one of the nation’s loudest arenas, with other sports in their own complexes around campus.
Tickets are available for the above four sports. All other sports are free for Rams fans to attend.
For information on tickets, go to csurams.com/tickets or call 1-800-491-RAMS (7267). For game-day information, head to csurams.com or follow us on social media at @CSURams on Twitter and Colorado State Rams on Facebook.
CSU also emphasizes community service as a significant aspect of the student-athlete experience, so the surrounding community benefits in many ways from Rams Athletics. csurams.com
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Colorado State is where “nice to meet you” becomes lifelong friendships. It’s a zillion cups of co ee that add up to a major. It’s a group study session that starts in Morgan Library and ends in Old Town. It’s Moby Madness, Orange Outs, the Fight Song, and one very loud cannon. It’s where you became you and where we became Rams. Your CSU Alumni Association is here to keep you connected to the best of these traditions, to one another, and to continue to be a resource long after graduation.
Whether you’re looking to volunteer, reunite and reminisce with fellow Rams, or make your Game Day plans, the Alumni Association has you covered.
Year-round events for alumni, students, parents, and friends, from things like Alumni Nights Out, to online cooking classes, and more +
Nation-wide RAMeet Up gatherings bringing the green and gold together from coast to coast
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Ram Networks to be a part of in more than 40 cities across the country – or start your own!
Passed down from generation to generation, our traditions bind us together as one Rams family and remind us of our Aggie roots. They ground us in our founding principles and create moments that become fond memories shared across generations. The Alumni Association is the proud keeper of some of our most treasured traditions at CSU:
CAM the Ram
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The Old Main Bell
+ Homecoming & Family Weekend + Comatose, the ROTC cannon +
And more! Learn about our favorite traditions at: alumni.colostate.edu/traditions
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+ Virtual and in-person professional development opportunities including career fairs, workshops, and more.
Membership sustains every program and event that connects our Rams community. It creates access by supporting scholarships, provides ongoing professional development and networking opportunities for alumni, preserves our CSU traditions, and unites us through our shared experiences. Most importantly, membership makes our CSU community stronger. Learn more about membership at alumni.colostate.edu/membership.
Consider the Alumni Association your front porch back to campus – our doors are open, and we are eager to welcome you year-round. Located on the northeast corner of Canvas Stadium, the beautiful, 20,000-square-foot Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center hosts some of the best things happening on campus.
Stay connected to all that is green and gold with out Alumni Association app! With a version coming soon just for students, the app is your source for campus news, reminders about events in your area, career service resources, and more.
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Colorado State University’s roots go back to 1870 when the institution started as a small landgrant institution of higher education. Today it has evolved into a worldclass research institution stretching five campuses, eight colleges and 55 academic departments. Landmarks throughout campus tell the Colorado State University story and traditions rich in history serve as steadfast reminders that at Colorado State we are forever green and proud to be a CSU Ram.
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Fight on you stalwart Ram Team, On to the goal!
Tear the (Opponent's) line asunder, As down the field we thunder. Knights of the green and gold, Fight with all your might!
Fight on you stalwart Ram Team, Fight! Fight! Fight!
Alma Mater
Hail to thee, our Alma Mater; Colorado State. Memories are everlasting of this place so great.
May thy Green and Gold unite us, loyal ever be.
Colorado State, our Alma Mater, Hail, all hail, to thee.
CAM the Ram is the o cial mascot of Colorado State University. His name stands for Colorado Agricultural and Mechanical College (the university's former name). CAM is a Rambouillet ram and has his own troop of Ram Handlers to help him out.
The “A” on the western hillside of Fort Collins is visible from most of campus. It stands for Aggie, CSU’s mascot when it was Colorado A&M. The “A” was constructed in 1923 and first white washed in 1924. To this day the landmark is given a fresh coat of environmentally friendly white paint annually.
In 2006, Gov. Bill Owen signed a proclamation declaring April 18 as I Love CSU Day. I Love CSU Day is celebrated annually on the CSU campus and by alums world-wide.
The thunderous and often startling boom of cannon fire has been part of Aggie and Ram football gameday experience since 1920, making it one of our oldest traditions, and certainly our loudest. The current cannon, known as Comatose, is a 1918 ABS French 75 mounted on a 1941 retrofitted carriage. It was donated to CSU in 1952 by the 5th Army and has been in action ever since. And that’s not all. After each time CSU scores, ROTC cadets do pushups in the end zone. One push-up for each of the total points scored.
The Border War featuring CSU and Wyoming is the longest continuous rivalry in each school’s history, dating back to 1899. Since 1968, the schools have battled for possession of the Bronze Boot traveling trophy. The bronzed battle boot was worn in Vietnam by CSU assistant professor of military science and Vietnam veteran Dan Romero.
Around 1910, Colorado Agricultural College acquired a bell and installed it in the tower of Old Main, the center of student activity on campus at the time. The bell originally announced the start of classes each day, and later, its peals signified triumph on the football field. The bell stopped chiming around 1919, and its whereabouts were a mystery – until 2016, when it was anonymously returned to the CSU Alumni Association. Today the bell rings back tradition before home football games, celebrating graduation, and other momentous occasions on campus.
1870: Territorial Gov. Edward McCook signs a bill called the Morrill Act, establishing the Agricultural College of Colorado in Fort Collins
1884: First commencement
1916: The 1,177-acre CSU Mountain Campus, located 9,000 feet above sea level, is established as a field site for natural resource students
1957: Colorado A & M becomes Colorado State University
1970: Old Main, the first classroom building constructed on the Colorado Agricultural College Campus, is destroyed by fire
1979: CSU opens the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Currently ranked No. 2 best veterinary school in the U.S., it provides care for both small and large animals, and houses the world-renowned Flint Animal Cancer Center.
2015: CSU becomes the world’s first university to earn a S.T.A.R.S. (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) Platinum rating for its sustainability programs
2017 CSU opens its new oncampus stadium, Canvas Stadium. The multi-purpose facility is home to the Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center
Colorado State was founded in 1870 and there’s a tradition at CSU for students to complete a list of “70 Things To Do Before You Graduate.” We’ve condensed the list to 18 for visitors so you can join in the fun, and enjoy the sites and sounds of the Colorado State University campus.
Walk the Oval, lined by elm trees that are more than 100 years old and the oldest buildings on campus.
Visit the Annual Flower Trial Garden while it’s in full bloom.
Cross the Vietnam Memorial Bridge and enjoy the views of the foothills.
Attend a CSU sporting event on campus in Moby Arena or Canvas Stadium.
Sport your green and gold and haveyour picture taken with one of the seven Ram statues on campus.
Take a selfie with the iconic painted Aggie ‘A’ in the background.
Tour the Lory Student Center. Be sure to check out the CSU story walls and murals.
Learn the CSU Alma Mater or Fight Song and sing it while at a CSU event.
Share a picnic lunch in one of the many grassy areas on campus.
Hug a tree in Sherwood Forest.
Attend a concert or performance at the world-class University Center for the Arts.
Enjoy a tasty beverage in the Ramskeller–brewed by CSU’s own fermentation sciences department.
Take a family picture on the steps of the Administration Building.
Go to an art show in the Curfman Art Gallery.
Make a statement on the Stump in the Lory Student Center plaza.
Take the GREEN walking tour and discover why CSU is an innovative leader in sustainability.
Rub Bill Morgan’s nose for good luck in the Morgan Library.
Get your picture with CAM the Ram! Homecoming weekend and Ram Welcome are a perfect time.
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Since Colorado State University's founding in 1870, the university has grown from a single building on the outskirts of Fort Collins to three campuses serving the state, region, country, and world, educating nearly 60,000 students annually.
Here in Fort Collins, beyond the main campus, veterinary students gain hands-on experience at the world-renowned James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital; to the north, the Powerhouse Energy Campus is home to cutting-edge research in all forms of energy. CSU students also have access to incredible learning opportunities at the Equine Teaching and Research Center on the 1,705-acre Foothills Campus, the 1,434-acre agricultural campus, and the 1,177-acre CSU Mountain Campus next to Rocky Mountain National Park.
During your visit to campus, you can use CSU’s Around the Horn bus service, which o ers free rides for students, employees and visitors to 15 stops throughout campus. For an in-person or virtual tour, go to:
Many students find this a pleasant place to linger and enjoy the view of the foothills; it is also the site of the University’s free summer Lagoon Concert series. As you cross the Vietnam Memorial Bridge, think of Old Main, the first academic building on campus. After it burned down in 1970, some of its bricks were incorporated into the bridge.
Students can take advantage of the climbing wall and bouldering cave, extensive weight and cardio exercise equipment, aquatic center, basketball/volleyball courts, fitness studios, and an indoor track, as well as outdoor courts for basketball, volleyball, and inline hockey. Personal trainers are available to help build an individualized fitness regimen.
receive LEED Platinum certification. The Pavilion features a katabatic tower, twostory living wall, a bike repair shop, a living slope, student research gallery, study spaces, and the Eco Leaders Sustainability Peer Education o ce.
This area is home to the Engineering and Honors Residential Learning Communities. It also features the award-winning Ram’s Horn Dining Center.
The Oval’s elm-shaded paths provide a pleasant space for visitors and students alike to amble, study, or relax. During his long tenure (1909-40), President Charles A. Lory conceived the Oval to unify the CSU campus. Ringing the Oval are the University’s most historic buildings, including Ammons Hall (1921); the Institute for Learning and Teaching, formerly the Music Building (1927); the Weber Building (1922); the Statistics Building (1910); the Wagar Building (1939); the Administration Building (1924); Johnson Hall (1935); the Gibbons Building (1903); the Occupational Therapy Building (1919); Laurel Hall (1882); Guggenheim Hall (1910); and Danforth Chapel (1954).
This charming, classical-style building is home to the O ce of Admissions. It’s also the site of presentations to visitors and the starting point for student-led tours throughout the year.
The hub of campus life for more than 60 years, the Lory Student Center holds its place as one of the nation’s top student centers. From the signature ram head floating above the building’s spectacular two-story east entrance interior to the expanded Curfman Gallery, 21st Century Theatre, local and national food venues, and art paying tribute to the University’s pride and traditions, the LSC truly is a student-centered student center. Stop by the Information Desk for more information.
Dominating the Plaza, the Morgan Library houses more than 2 million books, journals, government documents, and other resources. The Electronic Information Center provides instructional labs, specialized assistive technology, public computer terminals, laptops that students can borrow, and the 24-hour study cube.
On the south side of Plum Street is Moby Arena, named for its resemblance to Herman Melville’s infamous whale. Moby is home to Rams volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball, and the Department of Health and Exercise Science. Connected to the arena on the west is the Thurman F. “Fum” McGraw Athletic Center.
Student health services are fully sta ed and equipped to provide comprehensive outpatient care and counseling for students.
The Richardson Design Center is a state-of-the-art facility for students and faculty in design programs across campus including interior architecture and design, apparel and merchandising, landscape architecture, art, engineering, product development, entrepreneurship and construction management. The center houses design studios, fabrication/prototype/ideation labs, presentation spaces, and classrooms.
Laurel Village houses approximately 600 students, 400 in the College of Natural Sciences Residential Learning Community and 200 in the Year 2 @ CSU Community for returning students. The Pavilion, the 24/7 community building in the center of the village, is the first building on CSU’s main campus to
Canvas is CSU’s 41,000-capacity multipurpose on-campus stadium. The stadium’s design embraces Colorado’s natural beauty and visual connections to the Rocky Mountains from campus and ensures functionality for both game day and non-game day usage. The east side of the building includes the Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center, general classroom space and the Collaborative for Student Achievement.
This world-class facility consolidates music, dance, and theatre programs into one exquisite performance and learning venue, along with the University Art Museum and the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising. The UCA is a regional cultural resource that includes concert and recital halls, theaters, museums and galleries, classrooms, o ces, and research facilities.
Stroll through fragrant gardens where the CSU Department of Horticulture tests more than 1,000 annual bedding plants under rugged Rocky Mountain conditions. Since 2007, new perennial varieties have also been tested for hardiness as well as beauty.
CSU’s Around the Horn bus system o ers students, faculty, sta and visitors free rides to 13 stops around campus. Buses run every 10 minutes during the academic year and every 20 minutes during the summer. Around the Horn is made possible through a partnership with the city’s bus service, Transfort. Around the Horn shuttle buses are identifiable with CSU-branded wraps. ridetransfort.com/routes/horn
CSUPD also o ers SafeWalk, a free service to all employees, students and guests, that provides an escort anytime from dusk till dawn from an on-campus location to another on-campus location, or within a three-block radius of campus, by calling (970) 491-1155.
All bicycles ridden or parked on campus (other than visitors' bicycles) must be registered with the CSU Police Department. Registering your bicycle helps to prevent theft and increases the chance of your bicycle being recovered if it is stolen. It also provides contact information for any issues that may arise involving the bicycle, such as relocation due to construction. Registration also serves as proof of ownership for lock-cut services.
Bicycle registration can be completed online and printed out, or you may register at CSUPD or at The Spoke on campus. The serial number of your bicycle is required and must be recorded to complete registration. police.colostate.edu/register-your-bike
Located in Denver, CSU Spur is a free learning destination that focuses on food, water, and health research, inviting the public to watch science happen in real time. The last of three buildings opened in January 2023, making the whole campus now available to visitors.
Located about three miles west of CSU’s main campus, the Foothills Campus is home to programs in atmospheric science and equine science, and includes numerous labs and facilities where some of the University’s most important research takes place.
The James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital, at 300 W. Drake Road south of campus, is considered one of the finest veterinary hospitals in the world. It o ers both small and large animal care, and houses the renowned Flint Animal Cancer Center.
The Powerhouse Energy Campus is north of campus on the other side of Old Town Fort Collins at 430 N. College Ave. The Powerhouse contains the remodeled Engines and Energy Conversion Lab as well as 65,000 square feet of new o ce and research space for CSU’s cutting-edge research in all forms of energy. The facility itself is a testbed for
energy-e cient features, such as specialized LED lighting, a rooftop solar array, and a cooling system that does not use traditional air conditioning.
As a university, CSU strives to lead the way in creating eco-friendly campuses and is continually encouraging its students to care for the world around them. Through programs, research and initiatives, CSU has built a global reputation for being green. As a result, CSU is the only institution in the world to earn three Platinum ratings from the Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. CSU was also awarded No. 4 "Coolest School" by Sierra Magazine's Green Ranking in 2018, is one of eight universities given a platinum bike friendly rating, and has LEED-certified classrooms, research spaces, and o ces.
Located 50 miles west of Fort Collins, the 1,177-acre campus has been a field site for CSU’s natural resources students since 1916. At 9,000 feet above sea level, the breathtaking area is adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park accessed via Poudre Canyon.
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All CSU students and employees receive a free transit pass for the City of Fort Collins’ Transfort bus system, including the MAX bus rapid transit system. Transfort provides our students the opportunity to attend college without the economic burden of a personal vehicle. In total, 11 transit routes come to CSU and are ready to serve you. With a multitude of stops, key locations such as student living areas, Old Town, shopping and recreation areas are just minutes away.
The CSU Transit Center was the first LEED Gold Certified building in Fort Collins. It is located at the north end of the Lory Student Center on the CSU campus and includes benches, schedule boards, an info center, and a convenience store. Here you can catch the free campus shuttle – Around the Horn – that loops between stops across campus every 10 minutes during the academic year.
Fort Collins' bus rapid transit system MAX, travels five miles north to south along Mason Street, through the heart of campus, and connects our main campus to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital on our south campus. It also connects campus to Old Town to the north and south to the end of town. MAX, with regular stops on and near campus, also connects students to rental housing opportunities across Fort Collins.
Visitors with questions regarding transportation options, how to navigate campus, where to park, or how to pay for parking while visiting campus can reach out to CSU Parking and Transportation Services in the Lake Street Garage. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Fort Collins is designated one of three Platinum-rated Bicycle Friendly Communities in the nation, and Colorado State University is designated a Platinum-rated Bicycle Friendly University, by the League of American Bicyclists. The campus has more than 18,000 bike parking spaces with a variety of low-stress bike lanes and shared-use trails that help visitors traverse the campus. The Mason Trail provides convenient access through campus to Old Town and South Campus (the Veterinary Teaching Hospital). Short-term e-scooter and e-bike rentals are available on and o campus. Simply unlock with the app and park at any public bike rack. fcgov.com/fcmoves/spin
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Paid parking is required on all CSU campuses. Hourly parking is available in designated areas, and can be paid for using the ParkMobile app or by paying at a pay station in the lot. Daily permits are available for permitted spaces across campus. Students or sta members living in the residence halls or on-campus apartments can purchase virtual guest daily permits for visitors to park in their residential parking lot. Visitors can also purchase virtual daily Z permits online, eligible in all Z parking designated areas on Main, South, and Foothills Campuses. If scheduling a campus visit please contact Admissions for a daily guest permit.
CSU has Zipcar vehicles on campus for short-term or daily rentals. Members can easily reserve a vehicle from the fleet parked at various locations on campus to run errands or visit family and friends. Visitors must create a membership before they arrive on campus to take advantage of this service. Available to adults 18 years or older. Discounted memberships for CSU students and employees.
The Colorado Department of Transportation's Bustang Service runs from campus and Old Town to Denver Union Station. If you live in Boulder or Denver, you can take FLEX to Fort Collins on weekdays.
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For one thing, the weather. Fort Collins boasts over 300 days of sunshine each year and almost 15 hours of sunlight in the summer. Falls are delightful with clear skies and cool evenings and winter may be cold and snowy one day and sunny and clear the next. March through May are typically the snowiest months.
Fort Collins Stats
+ Founded: Feb 12, 1883
+ Population: 169,249
+ Elevation: 5,003 feet
+ Temperature:
+ Lowest recorded temperature: -41 °F
+ Highest recorded temperature: 102 °F
+ Average: 50.3 °F
+ Average snowfall: 48 inches
+ Craft breweries: 25+
+ Geese population: 60,000
+ Natural areas: 50
+ Parks:
+ 966 acres of developed parks
+ 7 community parks
+ 43 neighborhood/pocket parks
+ 2,591 acres in Lory State Park
+ Home to:
+ Colorado State University
+ James L. Voss Veterinary Hospital
Fort Collins has earned several accolades as one of the best places to live in America, and it's no wonder why people fall in love with this city when they visit.
As the home of Colorado State University, Fort Collins attracts students, outdoor enthusiasts, and families looking to settle down. The apartments surrounding the university cater to student's needs, providing them with amenities such as spas, pools, and gyms, as well as the convenience of living near campus. Students can use an online rent and transportation calculator to estimate the costs of addresses in Larimer County. For more information, visit rent.colostate.edu.
Buildings such as the Old Firehouse Book Store, the Old Linden Hotel, the bank building and the city hall building, among others, were used for inspiration in the design of Disneyland's Main Street USA.
CSU o ers a range of on-campus housing options, including residence halls, university apartments, and Residential Learning Communities (RCLs) that integrate academic and social learning in residence hall settings.
If you're in the market to buy a home, be prepared to spend a median price of $600,000 in Fort Collins in 2023.
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+ Horsetooth Reservoir and Horsetooth Mountain Open Space
Fort Collins has received a lot of attention over the years. Most recently it was listed in U.S. News and World Report's "25 Top Places to Live." Other accolades include:
Downtown Fort Collins is a must-see destination for visitors to the city. Having inspired Disneyland's Main Street USA, it serves as the heart of the city, where history, culture, art, and business converge. The area is home to over 20 restored historic buildings along College Avenue, providing a glimpse into the town's past.
Downtown Fort Collins also boasts picturesque alleyways, upgraded into European-style walkways, adorned with artist murals, potted plants, and Tivoli lights. This makes strolling through Downtown a beautiful and immersive experience.
The area o ers numerous boutiques, breweries, bars, restaurants, and co ee shops, making it an ideal spot to explore and indulge. With so much to see and experience, Downtown Fort Collins is a destination worth visiting.
Downtown Fort Collins is a shopper's paradise, with a variety of boutiques and sporting stores o ering the latest fashion trends and outdoor gear. If shopping isn't your thing, the area is also home to a diverse selection of bars, ranging from laid-back speakeasies to lively college hangouts like Social and Trailhead Tavern.
Foodies and co ee lovers will also find plenty of options in Downtown Fort Collins, with unique dining destinations like Ginger and Baker, The Union Bar and Soda Fountain, and Brothers Bar and Grill. Those with a sweet tooth can indulge in ice cream, cookies, and chocolate at the many dessert shops in the area.
Downtown Fort Collins is also a hub for events and entertainment, with monthly art walks, live music venues, and public art installations throughout the area. Visitors can also cool o in one of the splash parks, or play a round of mini-golf at Old Town Putt at The Exchange.
No matter what your interests are, Downtown Fort Collins o ers something for everyone, with plenty of reasons to come back and explore further.
just isn’t complete without a visit to Ginger and Baker, an historic, 100-year-old grain mill transformed into a hub for food and community. Stop by for a warm welcome along with breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, cooking classes, shopping, patios and the best pie in town!
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Experience all-season indoor/outdoor dining and cocktails on our new, glass-enclosed patio!
Fort Collins, Colorado is indeed a city steeped in history, with a rich heritage dating back to its establishment in 1883. There are many ways to explore the city's past and learn about the people, events, and industries that shaped it over the years.
FORT COLLINS MUNICIPAL RAILWAY
+ 1501 W. Oak St. | (970) 224-5372
+ fortcollinstrolley.org
The Birney Car 21 is a true piece of living history, and riding it o ers a unique and immersive way to experience Fort Collins' past. The streetcar line, which was originally built in 1919, was an important part of the Denver and Interurban Railroad's e orts to expand along Colorado's Front Range, and it played a significant role in the development of Fort Collins. Today, visitors can step back in time and take a ride on the restored Birney Car 21, which is the only streetcar of its kind still operating in the western United States. The trolley runs on summer weekends and holidays from 12 to 5 p.m., taking passengers on a three-mile ride down historic Mountain Avenue, which was once the heart of old Fort Collins. For the low cost of $2, you can indulge in a weekend of Fort Collins history. Immerse yourself in the backstory of the Fort Collins Municipal Railway as you embark on a scenic tour of Old Town Fort Collins.
FARM AT LEE MARTINEZ PARK
+ 600 N. Sherwood St. | (970) 221-6665
+ fcgov.com/recreation/the-farm-lee-martinez-park
The Farm at Lee Martinez Park is an interactive and educational experience that o ers a fun-filled day out for families in Fort Collins. Since 1985, this farm has been a beloved part of the community, o ering visitors the chance to learn about farm animals and explore antique farm equipment while taking a journey through the history of Northern Colorado.
At the Farm at Lee Martinez Park, visitors of all ages can enjoy hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Whether you're taking a hay ride through the farm or interacting with the many farm animals that call the park home, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
BEE FAMILY CENTENNIAL FARM MUSEUM
+ 4320 E. County Road 58 | (970) 482-9168
+ beefamilyfarm.com
Journey through time at the Bee Family Centennial Farm Museum. Thousands of artifacts can be found at the museum, including farming equipment, cars, wagons, letters, and diaries.
FORT COLLINS MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY
+ 408 Mason Ct. | (970) 221-6738
+ fcmod.org
AVERY HOUSE TOURS
+ 328 W. Mountain Ave. | (970) 221-0533
+ poudrelandmarks.org/avery-house
Dive into Fort Collins’ history and take a tour of the house as guides tell you the story of the Avery family.
1883 WATERWORKS
+ 2005 N. Overland Trail | (970) 221-0533
+ poudrelandmarks.org/water-works
Located along the historic Overland Trail, open houses happen on selected Saturdays from May through October.
The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery provides visitors with immersive and hands-on exhibits on science, music, agriculture, astronomy, wildlands, and many more.
GLOBAL VILLAGE MUSEUM OF ARTS AND CULTURES
+ 200 W. Mountain Ave. (970) 221-4600
+ globalvillagemuseum.org
Learn about world cultures, people, art, and history by as the Global Village Museum strives to celebrate and preserve the worlds arts and cultures.
Whether you are enjoying a hike in the nearby mountains or a movie at Canvas Stadium, there are endless opportunities for families to create lasting memories in Fort Collins.
The town's stunning weather and abundance of natural beauty make it an ideal place for families to settle down and call home. And with a variety of family-friendly activities happening year-round, there's never a shortage of things to do and see.
Families can also enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as fishing, camping, and kayaking, as well as a range of cultural events and festivals that celebrate the town's unique history and character. More kid-friendly activities in Fort Collins at fortcollins.kidcityguide.com.
POOLS GOLF
CITY PARK POOL
+ 1599 City Park Ave.
+ (970) 221-6363
+ fcgov.com/recreation/ city-parkpool
The City Park pool features kidfriendly water features, a 30-foot slide, a lazy river, geysers, and a wading pool, giving neighborhood kids the water park experience right in their backyard.
MULBERRY POOL
+ 424 W. Mulberry St. + (970) 221-6657
+ fcgov.com/recreation/ mulberrypool
Includes an interactive play area with slides and water features, a 7-person spa, a diving board, and a 25-yard pool.
EDORA POOL ICE CENTER
+ 1801 Riverside Ave.
+ (970) 221-6683
+ fcgov.com/recreation/epic
The region’s premier ice andaquatics facility. EPIC serves the entire community with a variety of ice skating and aquatics programs, classes, events, and activities.
CITY PARK NINE
+ 411 S. Bryan Ave. + (970) 221-6650
The City Park Nine o ers enjoyment for all ages and is considered one of the best 9-hole golf courses in the region.
COLLINDALE
+ 1441 E. Horsetooth Road + (970) 221-6651
Home to the local U.S. Open Qualifying. The course spans 190 acres.
SOUTHRIDGE
+ 5750 S. Lemay Ave. + (970) 416-2828
The 128-acre course has the Fossil and Mail Creeks flowing through as well as diverse elevations and fairways.
MOUNTAIN VISTA GREENS
+ 2808 NE Frontage Road + (970) 482-4847
Full-length, 9-hole golf course nestled alongside Boxelder Creek.
Fort Collins is a city that truly comes alive with the sound of music and theater. With a variety of venues and events throughout the year, there's always something new and exciting to discover. For fans of theater, the Bas Bleu Theatre Company and the University Center for the Arts are must-visit destinations. These venues showcase some of the best local productions, featuring talented actors and musicians from the Fort Collins community. For a more unique live music experience, the famous Mishawaka Amphitheater in the Poudre Canyon is a must-see. In the summertime, Fort Collins is also home to a number of free outdoor concerts and festivals, providing music lovers of all ages with a chance to experience the vibrant local music scene.
MUSIC MAGIC RAT
+ 111 Chestnut St. | (970) 493-4120
+ theelizabethcolorado.com/magicratlivemusic
Located in the charming downtown Elizabeth Hotel, The Magic Rat features both name artists and local late-night jam sessions, all in a vibrant atmosphere.
MISHAWAKA AMPHITHEATRE
+ 13714 Poudre Canyon Road | (970) 482-4420
+ themishawaka.com
An iconic riverfront music venue and restaurant located in the beautiful Poudre Canyon.
THE LYRIC
+ 1209 N. College Ave. | (970) 429-6767
+ lyriccinema.com
Watch your favorite cult classic, attend open mic night or catch the latest movie releases all in one spot.
THE ARMORY
+ 314 E. Mountain Ave. | (970) 232-9525
+ armoryfoco.com
The historic Fort Collins armory features local and national performers and acoustic acts in an intimate state-of-the-art venue.
CLASSICAL OPERA FORT COLLINS
+ (970) 482-0220
+ operafortcollins.com
FORT COLLINS SYMPHONY
+ 141 S. College Ave. | (970) 482-4823
+ fcsymphony.org
+ Colorado State University Lagoon
+ Wednesdays: 6:30-8:30 p.m. - FREE
+ lagoonseries.com
June 14: Funky Business
June 21: Christine Alice & The Canyon Echoes
June 28: Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts
June 12: Salsa Forte
June 19: Reminiscing
June 26: The Wendy Woo Band
Live at the Gardens Summer Concert Series
+ 2145 Centre Ave.
+ Purchase tickets online
+ fcgov.com/gardens/concerts
June 24: Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
July 15: Old Crow Medicine Show
July 22: Pink Martini
Aug. 5: Ricky Scaggs with Kentucky Thunder
BAS BLEU THEATRE COMPANY
+ 401 Pine St. | (970) 298-8949
+ basbleu.org
The place for bold, innovative, and adventurous theatrical performances in an intimate setting.
UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR THE ARTS
+ 1400 Remington St. | (970) 491-5529
+ uca.colostate.edu
The world-class University Center for the Arts, just east of the main CSU campus, houses the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art, and the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, The center hosts more than 250 performances and exhibitions annually featuring student and professional productions of music, dance, and theater that range from the classical to avant-garde.
LINCOLN CENTER
+ 417 W. Magnolia St. | (970) 221-6703 + lctix.com
Situated in the heart of Fort Collins, the Lincoln Center is the premiere multi-venue performing and visual arts center in Northern Colorado.
JUNE-SEPTEMBER 2023
+ 500 Linden St.
+ New Belgium Brewing Company
Bohemian Nights - Thursday Night Live
+ Old Town Square Fort Collins
+ Thursdays: 7-9 p.m. - FREE
+ bohemiannights.org
June 1: Atomga
June 8: Boostive
June 15: Enter the Haggis
June 22: LADAMA
June 29: Mariachi Sol de mi Tierra
July 6: Co-Stanza
July 13: Bluebook with Porlolo
July 20: Ritmo Cascabel
July 27: SF1
Aug. 3: Alysia Kraft with Darling
Aug. 10: Bu alo Nichols
Aug. 17: Wildermiss
Aug. 24: Graham Good & The Painters
Aug. 31: Cary Morin & Ghost Dog
Sept. 5: WAR
Sept. 7: Madeline Hawthorne
NATIVE GARDENS by Karen Zacarias DIRECTED BY SAFFRON HENKE
September 8 – October 1
ACT A LADY by Jordan Harrison DIRECTED BY STEVE KEIM
November 24 – December 17
THE OPEN HOUSE by Will Eno DIRECTED BY JACK KRAUSE
February 16 – March 10
WAITING FOR GODOT by Samuel Beckett
DIRECTED BY LAURA JONES
May 24 – June 16
OCTOBER 13 – 15
APRIL 5 – 7
+ Fridays 5-7 p.m. - FREE
+ newbelgium.com/visit/fort-collins
Live on the Patio
+ Odell Brewing Company
+ Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. - FREE
+ Sundays 4-6 p.m. - FREE + odellbrewing.com/locations/fort-collins
In Fort Collins, you can easily immerse yourself in a thriving arts community through the many galleries, theaters, and public art displays located downtown. But your opportunities to appreciate visual arts extend beyond these venues. Colorado State University, community museums, galleries, and co-ops all welcome visitors.
The Fort Collins Museum of Art and Art Center of Fort Collins o er a diverse series of ongoing exhibitions, community events, and educational programs for both children and adults. Housed in the historic 1911 Post O ce Building, the museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, and you can check moafc.org for their hours and featured exhibitions. The vibrant art community in Historic Downtown Fort Collins is home to Art Walk, a monthly self-guided walking tour that celebrates creativity, culture, and community. Each month, artists are featured, showcasing a spectrum of artistic styles from fine to funky to entertain and engage people of all ages, interests, and backgrounds. For a list of businesses and artists, you can visit:
downtownfortcollins.com/experience/itineraries/first-friday-art-walk
Fort Collins is a city that can be likened to one large art gallery waiting to be explored. As you stroll around town, keep your eyes peeled for artwork displayed in the most unexpected places. Thanks to the community's dedication to Art in Public Places and the skillful work of local artists, Fort Collins is home to a multitude of stunning art projects that can be seen throughout the city–in parks, on street corners, buildings, bridges, and even in alleyways.
Pianos Around Town places pianos painted by local artists around town just waiting to be played and enjoyed. Take a seat and play a tune.
TRANSFORMER CABINET MURALS
The Transformer Cabinet Mural Project features bright, active murals painted on Fort Collins utility equipment.
AVENIR MUSEUM OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
+ 216 E. Lake St. | (970) 491-1983 + avenir.colostate.edu
BLUE MOOSE ART GALLERY
+ 4032 S. College Ave. | (970) 825-5704 + bluemooseartgallery.com
CLARA HATTON GALLERY: VISUAL ARTS BUILDING + Colorado State University, o Pitkin St. + hatton.colostate.edu
FORT COLLINS MUSEUM OF ART
+ 201 S. College Ave. (970) 482-2787 + moafc.org
GREGORY ALLICAR MUSEUM OF ART
+ 1400 Remington St. | (970) 491-1989 + artmuseum.colostate.edu
TRIMBLE COURT ARTISANS CO-OP
+ 118 Trimble Ct. | (970) 221-0051 + trimblecourt.com
Fort Collins o ers a diverse range of shopping and dining options, catering to both popular chain stores and local merchants. Visitors can explore the indoor and outdoor options available along College Avenue and the five-mile Harmony corridor. With an array of unique shops that are exclusive to Fort Collins, shoppers can experience the excitement of discovering one-of-a-kind treasures.
THE EXCHANGE
+ 200 N. College Ave. + theexchangefortcollins.com
A place filled with craft retailers and artisan food and beverages, the Exchange is the perfect fusion of family-friendly leisure and liveliness.
FOOTHILLS
+ 215 E. Foothills Parkway + shopfoothills.com
An indoor-outdoor shopping and dining experience. O ering retail spaces from your favorite department store to unique boutiques.
FRONT RANGE VILLAGE
+ 2720 Council Tree Ave. + shopfrontrangevillage.com
The Front Range Village shopping center o ers a delightful mix of stores, restaurants and entertainment venues.
College Avenue: Mulberry to Mountain visitftcollins.com/maps-info/ neighborhoods/old-town
Downtown Fort Collins is where you'll find one-of-a-kind art, boutiques, eateries, confectionaries and galleries.
JESSUP FARM ARTISAN VILLAGE
+ 1957 Jessup Drive + jessupfarm.com
The Jessup Farm Artisan Village brings to life the farmstead of one of Fort Collins’ early settlers with unique dining and shopping.
Fort Collins boasts over 966 acres of developed parks, comprising of 7 community parks and 43 neighborhood/pocket parks. Additionally, the city's trail system is extensive, with over 45 miles of well-maintained paved trails that interconnect throughout the community. Fort Collins' parks and trail system are world-class, featuring amenities suitable for all ages, including recreational facilities and inspirational playgrounds.
Take a ride on the mountain biking courts trails during the day and spend the night playing ball with the lighted ball fields.
TWIN SILO PARK
+ Ziegler and Kechter Roads
One of Fort Collins newest parks spanning 54 acres. The Twin Silo Park includes a dog park, a BMX park, pickleball courts and a playground with the tallest slide in Fort Collins.
CITY PARK
+ 1500 W. Mulberry St.
Includes all you need for a perfect day in the park: Sheldon Lake at City Park, an outdoor pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, a pottery studio, basketball courts and paddle boats.
EDORA PARK
+ 1420 E. Stuart St.
Edora Park is the place to be when you want to have an active day. Equipped with playgrounds, an 18-hole disc golf course, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, skate park, ice skating and swimming.
FOSSIL CREEK PARK
+ 5821 S. Lemay Ave.
Take your dog and get social at the Fossil Creek dog park. If the dog park isn’t your scene, Fossil Creek has something for everyone, a roller-hockey rink, basketball courts, interactive water features and a prehistoric themed playground.
ROLLAND MOORE PARK
+ 2201 S. Shields St.
Take the family on a day of fun right in town. Rolland Moore Park has everything a family needs, a playground, picnic shelters, racquetball courts, basketball courts, and tennis courts.
+ 2626 W. Horsetooth Road
With a playground that is universally accessible for children of all abilities, the Spring Canyon park is great for everyone.
PUBLIC GARDENS
CSU ANNUAL FLOWER TRIAL GARDENS
+ 1401 Remington St.
+ (970) 491-7179
These research and display gardens consist of more than 1,000 di erent cultivars of annual bedding plants. Varieties are grouped by genus, arranged by color and grown in rows, side-by-side creating a brilliant display of flowers.
SPRING CREEK COMMUNITY GARDENS
EDORA SKATEBOARD PARK
+ 1420 E. Stuart St.
The 17,500-square-foot concrete facility has snake runs, bowls, ramps and rails, everything a skater needs right in one spot.
FOSSIL CREEK SKATEBOARD PARK
+ 5821 S. Lemay St.
This 15,000-square-foot urban obstacle skateboard park o ers a variety of steps and ramps, making this skatepark the perfect place for skaters of all levels.
OLD FORT COLLINS HERITAGE PARK
+ 112 E. Willow St.
The Old Fort Collins Heritage Park features a combination of transition and street obstacles as well as a smaller version of the “China Bank."
FOSSIL CREEK PARK
+ 5821 S. Lemay Ave.
SOFT GOLD PARK
+ 520 Hickory St.
SPRING CANYON
+ 2626 W. Horsetooth Road
TWIN SILO PARK
+ Ziegler and Kechter Roads
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+ 2145 Centre Ave. + fcgov.com/gardens
Situated on an 18-acre site along the Spring Creek corridor, the Gardens on Spring Creek is the community botanic garden of Fort Collins. The Gardens host community events and activities throughout the year.
For a complete list of parks and amenities go to fcgov.com/parks.
The City of Fort Collins has conserved valued land providing the community with 52 natural areas and 114 miles of trail encompassing more than 42,700 acres. These special places such as foothills and plains, ranches and farmlands, wetlands, rivers and ponds, are where you can experience firsthand the natural and cultural treasures of Fort Collins. Before you go, check trail and parking conditions at fcgov.com/naturalareas/status. The busiest times at natural areas are weekends, 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., so try visiting earlier or later, or on weekday mornings for the best chance at parking. To avoid a parking ticket, only park in designated spaces. Full list of natural areas: fcgov.com/naturalareas.
There is a botanic oasis in walking distance of campus at the Gardens on Spring Creek. With student discounts on admission and memberships, Wifi throughout the grounds and 12 acres of curated beauty, The Gardens is the perfect place to study, rest, learn and grow.
Whether you stroll the grounds with your family, volunteer in our tropical Butterfly House or visit alone to recharge, there is something for everyone, all year long. Plan your visit at fcgov.com/gardens
Show this coupon to receive $2 OFF regularly-priced admission.
Both Colorado State University and the City of Fort Collins have achieved Platinum-level status as Bicycle Friendly Community. The university campus provides over 18,000 bicycle parking spaces, separated bicycle trails, and three underpasses leading onto campus, with clear wayfinding to assist visitors. Beyond campus, visitors can explore miles of trails that wind through the city and surrounding outdoor areas. Spin bike-share bicycles are also available to rent through the Spin app, making it easy for visitors to explore the community on two wheels.
No bike, no problem. Residents, students and visitors can borrow a bike from the Fort Collins Bike Share program. Experience Fort Collins and the trails on one of the shared e-bike and e-scooter stations around town. To reserve and start using bike share download the Spin app.
For more information on Bike Share: fcgov.com/fcmoves/bikeshare
If you want to see more of the city via bicycle or are new to biking, Fort Collins has some amazing trails that are easy to ride with beautiful views along the way.
POWER TRAIL
+ 3.9 miles
The Power Trail begins at Edora Park in east Fort Collins and continues south to Golden Meadows Park, north of Harmony Road for more than three miles. This scenic trail runs along the historic Union Pacific Railroad.
POUDRE TRAIL + 12.3 miles + poudretrail.org
This scenic trail stretches from Overland Trail at Lyons Park to East Drake Road at the Environmental Learning Center along the Cache la Poudre River. This trail is expected to expand toward I-25 over the next several years.
MASON TRAIL
+ 4.5 miles
This trail is best if you are looking for a safe way to navigate Fort Collins on your bike without encountering
motorists. Running through the CSU campus and almost four miles from Prospect Road to south of Harmony Road, this is a great option for those who prefer to bike instead of drive.
FOSSIL CREEK TRAIL
+ 8.7 miles
The paved Fossil Creek Trails take riders on a scenic route on the south side of Fort Collins, passing by the Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area where you can see many di erent types of birds and other wildlife. Along the way riders will be able to access picnic areas, play areas, and other recreational amenities.
SPRING CREEK TRAIL
+ 7.8 miles
This trail stretches from West Drake Road and meanders along the edge of Spring Creek for more than six miles until its confluence with Cache la Poudre River, at which point the Spring Creek Trail connects with the Poudre Trail.
Fort Collins has a lot to o er, one of which is getting outside and back into nature. With hundreds of miles of trails it’s easy to find a hike for both novice and experienced hikers. With Lory State Park and Horsetooth Reservoir just a short drive from town, there are plenty of opportunities. For hiking trails in the park, visitors will need to purchase a day pass upon arrival to the trailheads. For hikes near the reservoir, look for pay-to-park kiosks in the lots with some free lots along the way.
HORSETOOTH FALLS
+ Distance: 2.2 miles
+ Di culty: Easy
COYOTE RIDGE TRAIL
+ Distance: 4.1 miles
+ Di culty: Easy
WILCOX TRAIL
+ Distance: 1.4 miles
+ Di culty: Easy
POUDRE RIVER TRAIL
+ Distance: 9.4 miles
+ Di culty: Easy
HOWARD TRAIL
+ Distance: 5.3 miles
+ Di culty: Moderate
RESERVOIR RIDGE TRAIL
+ Distance: 4.8
+ Di culty: Moderate
HORSETOOTH ROCK
+ Distance: 6.4 miles
+ Di culty: Moderate
KELLY FLATS ROAD
+ Distance: 10.2 miles
+ Di culty: Hard
HORSETOOTH OUTER LOOP
+ Distance: 13.5 miles
+ Di culty: Hard
ARTHUR'S ROCK TRAIL
+ Distance: 3.4 miles
+ Di culty: Hard
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For more information on bike trails: fcgov.com/parks/trails trails.colorado.gov
Fort Collins has more than 285 miles of biking trails and a variety of selfguided tours such as the “Bike the Sites” collection, which includes the Brewery Tour, Environmental Learning Tour, and the Historic Homes Tour. Fort Collins also has five Bikeway Bingo Challenges. When completed, you’ll be able to expertly navigate Fort Collins’ extensive bikeway network!
The people of Fort Collins have a passion for outdoor exploration and play, as it is a fundamental aspect of our lifestyle. No matter the season, there are always plenty of great destinations near Fort Collins that are perfect for outdoor adventures.
These destinations o er a variety of scenic trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, as well as rock climbing and bouldering routes. Visitors can also enjoy backcountry camping and picnicking in these areas.
+ 5216 Poudre Canyon Highway | (970) 407-1106
+ fcgov.com/naturalareas/finder/gateway
The kind of place you will want to bring your family for a day in the mountains. Gateway Natural Area is where the North Fork of the Poudre River joins the main Poudre River and features hiking trails, a designated launch area for kayaks and canoes, fishing, picnic tables with grills, informational kiosks and a natural playground.
HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR AND MOUNTAIN PARK
+ (970) 679-4554
+ larimer.gov/naturalresources/parks/horsetooth-reservoir
A 6.5-mile-long reservoir, surrounded by over 2,000 acres of public land and more than 25 miles of non-motorized recreational trails. Lakeside camping at the South Bay Campground, boating, wake boarding/water skiing, fishing, swimming, hiking, and bicycling.
LORY STATE PARK
+ (970) 493-1623
+ cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/lory
Eleven miles from Fort Collins, you can explore wide open scenic terrain in an adventurous landscape with 26 miles of scenic trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding. There are also rock climbing and bouldering routes, back country camping, and picnicking.
Fort Collins sits approximately 5,000 feet above sea level, so visitors should take some precautions. There’s less oxygen at high altitude, so take it easy and remember to drink plenty of water. If you’re going to be outdoors, remember to apply sunscreen. Skin burns easily in the thin air.
The Cache La Poudre-North Park Scenic Byway is recognized as one of Colorado’s premier scenic highways. To get there take U.S. Highway 287 north to Colorado Highway 14. The Cache La Poudre is Colorado’s only designated “Wild and Scenic” river.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
+ (970) 586-1206
+ nps.gov/romo
Just 35 miles southwest of Fort Collins, Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles encompass majestic mountains, tundra wildflowers, abundant wildlife, and over 300 miles of hiking trails. Enjoy Trail Ridge Road (the highest paved road in the US), which crests over 12,000 feet, including many overlooks to experience the subalpine and alpine worlds.
While enjoying the natural beauty of northern Colorado’s foothills and a scenic Rocky Mountain National Park, keep an eye out for winged and four-legged creatures native to our area. More than 350 species of birds can be seen including: Bald Eagles, Ferruginous Hawks, Great Blue Herons, Belted Kingfishers and Mountain Bluebirds. While driving
through the Cache la Poudre Canyon or in route to Rocky Mountain National Park keep an eye out for moose and big horn sheep. Elk and deer are often spotted in town and abundant in open areas and natural areas in and around the city. Don’t forget, these are wild animals and while you may be tempted, do not approach or feed them.
Fort Collins boasts not only nationally beloved breweries like New Belgium and Odell but also a vibrant craft beer scene beyond them, with over 25 local craft breweries to explore. Beer aficionados from all over come to sample their favorite brews at these homegrown establishments, many of which o er outdoor patios, live music, games, food trucks, and kid-friendly areas. For a unique taste experience and an opportunity to learn about the craft brewing process, consider taking a brewery tour. If you're looking for a more active experience, join in on the Tour De Fat hosted by New Belgium Brewing Company. Whether you prefer an active or more laid-back approach to brewery visits, Fort Collins' breweries have something for everyone.
Fort Collins is the largest producer of beer in Colorado. Take a tour or visit one at a time to experience the distinctive tastes and atmospheres that make each of these breweries, tap rooms, and distilleries unique.
BREWERIES
ANHEUSER-BUSCH
+ 2351 Busch Drive
+ (970) 490-4691
+ budweisertours.com
BLACK BOTTLE BREWERY
+ 1611 S. College Ave.
+ (970) 493-2337
+ blackbottlebrewery.com
COOPERSMITH’S PUB AND BREWING
+ 5 Old Town Square + (970) 498-0483
+ coopersmithspub.com
CROOKED STAVE
+ 225 Pine St. + (970) 999-5856
+ crookedstave.com
D.C. OAKES
+ 3581 E. Harmony Road
+ (970) 286-2076
+ dcoakesbrewhouse.com
EQUINOX BREWERY
+ 133 Remington St.
+ (970) 484-1368
+ equinoxbrewing.com
ENVY BREWING
+ 3027 E. Harmony Road
+ (970) 698-6975
+ envybrewing.com
FUNKWERKS BREWERY
+ 1900 E. Lincoln Ave.
+ (970) 482-3865
+ funkwerks.com
GILDED GOAT BREWING COMPANY
+ 3500 S. College Ave.
+ (970) 825-7192
+ gildedgoatbrewing.com
HELLO BREW
+ 405 Linden St.
+ (970) 792-9862
+ hellobrewco.com
HORSE & DRAGON BREWING
+ 124 Racquette Drive + (970) 631-8038
+ horseanddragonbrewing.com
INTERSECT BREWING
+ 2160 W. Drake Road + (970) 682-2041
+ intersectbrewing.com
JESSUP FARM BARREL HOUSE
+ 1921 Jessup Drive + (970) 568-8345
+ jessupfarmbarrelhouse.com
MAXLINE BREWING
+ 2724 McClelland Drive + (970) 286-2855
+ maxlinebrewing.com
MYTHMAKER BREWING
+ 1035 S. Taft Hill Rd. + (970) 666-4418
+ mythmakerbrewing.com
NEW BELGIUM BREWERY
+ 500 Linden St.
+ (970) 221-0524
+ newbelgium.com
OBSTACLE BREWING
+ 4613 S. Mason St.
+ (970) 672-8496
+ obstaclebrewing.com
ODELL BREWING CO.
+ 800 E. Lincoln Ave.
+ (970) 498-9070
+ odells.com
PECULIER ALES
+ 1831 E. Mulberry St.
+ (970) 661-2144
+ peculierales.com
PROST BREWING CO.
+ 1510 S. College Ave.
+ (970) 484-2421
+ prostbrewing.com
PURPOSE BREWING
+ 4025 S. Mason St.
+ (970) 377-4107
+ purposebrewing.com
RALLY KING BREWING
+ 1624 S. Lemay Ave.
+ (970) 568-8936
+ rallykingbrewing.com
RAMSKELLER BREWERY, CSU
+ CSU Lory Student Center
+ (970) 491-3903
+ lsc.colostate.edu/lorystudent-centers-ramskeller-pub
SNOWBANK BREWING
+ 225 N. Lemay Ave. Suite 1
+ (970) 999-5658
+ snowbank.beer
STODGY BREWING
COMPANY
+ 1802 Laporte Ave.
+ (970) 232-9702
+ stodgybrewing.com
SWEETWATER BREWING
+ 1020 E. Lincoln Ave.
+ (970) 658-3894
+ sweetwaterbrew.com
ZWEI BREWING
+ 4612 S. Mason St. #120
+ (970) 223-2482
+ zweibrewing.com
DISTILLERIES
COPPERMUSE DISTILLERY
+ 244 N. College Ave.
+ (970) 999-6016
+ coppermuse.com
ELEVATION 5003
+ 2601 S. Lemay Ave.
+ (970) 568-8356
+ elevation5003.com
FEISTY SPIRITS
+ 1708 E. Lincoln Ave.
+ (970) 444-2386
+ feistyspirits.com
MOBB MOUNTAIN
+ 400 Linden St.
+ (970) 689-3887
+ mobbmountain.com
NOCO DISTILLERY
+ 328 Link Lane
+ (970) 414 7188
+ nocodistillery.com
CIDERY
SCRUMPY’S HARD CIDER
+ 215 N. College Ave.
+ (970) 682-1944
+ scrumpys.net
FoCo was named one of the best cities for beer lovers
Brewing at CSU
If beer is your thing, CSU o ers an undergraduate major in fermentation science through the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. Thanks to partnerships with New Belgium Brewery, Odell Brewing Company, Anheuser-Busch and Miller-Coors, the degree in fermination science focuses on both beverage and food fermentation in a state-of-the-art classroom and provides experiential learning opportunities in the oncampus microbrewery.
Best of CSU is a list of Fort Collins favorites as voted on by the CSU and Fort Collins communities. For more than 30 years, CSU has picked its favorite places to eat, drink and play. If you’re looking for a business endorsed by the residents, check out the list below of 2022–2023 Best of CSU winners. See features on the individual winners in the print edition at collegian.com/best-of-csu.
BEST BREAKFAST:
+ Silver Grill Cafe, Lucille's, Snooze
BEST COFFEE:
+ AlleyCat Co ee House, Mug's Co ee Lounge, Dutch Bros
BEST BURGER:
+ Big Al's, STUFT Burger Bar, Bad Daddy's
BEST SANDWICH:
+ Cheba Hut, Yampa Sandwich Company, Choice City Deli
BEST PIZZA:
+ Krazy Karl's, Beau Jo's, Cosmo's Pizza
BEST WINGS:
+ Jim's Wings, Wing Shack, Bu alo Wild Wings
BEST ITALIAN FOOD:
+ Rare Italian, Panino's, Nick's Homestyle
BEST FRIED CHICKEN:
+ Music City Chicken, Raising Cane's, Comet Chicken
BEST BURRITO:
+ Cafe Mexicali, Big City Burrito, Consuelo's Express
BEST TACO:
+ Fuzzy's Taco, Torchy's Tacos, Vatos Tacos and Tequila
BEST MEXICAN FOOD:
+ Blue Agave, The Rio Grande, Cafe Mexicali
BEST SUSHI:
+ Jaws Sushi, Lulu Asian Bistro, Sushi Jeju
BEST ASIAN FOOD:
+ Cafe De Bangkok, Lulu Asian Bistro, Yung's Chinese
BEST VEGETARIAN:
+ Avogadro's Number, Tasty Harmony, Rainbow Restaurant
BEST PLACE TO TAKE PARENTS:
+ Ginger & Baker, Union Bar and Soda Fountain, Coopersmith's
BEST ICE CREAM:
+ Walrus Ice Cream, Old Town Churn, Ben & Jerry's
BEST GOODIES:
+ Mary's Mountain Cookies, Crumbl Cookies, Insomnia Cookies
BEST DONUTS:
+ Lamar's Donuts, FoCo Donut Company, Mr. Yo's Donuts
BEST LUNCH:
+ Spoons, Ramskellar Pub, Panda Express
BEST FOOD DELIVERY:
+ DoorDash, NOSH, GrubHub
BEST PLACE TO HAVE FUN:
+ The Lyric, Pinball Jones, Chipper's Lanes
BEST COLLEGE BAR:
+ Lucky Joe's, Road 34, Bondi Beach Bar
BEST DRUNCHIES:
+ Krazy Karl's, Cheba Hut, D.P. Dough
BEST HAPPY HOUR:
+ Fuzzy's Tacos, Road 34, Brother's Bar & Grill
BEST MARG:
+ The Rio Grande, Fuzzy's Tacos, Blue Agave
BEST BREWERY:
+ New Belgium, Odell Brewing Co., Mythmaker Brewing Company
BEST LIQUOR STORE:
+ Wilbur's Total Beverage, Campus West Liquor, Mulberry Max
BEST PLACE LIVE MUSIC:
+ The Aggie, Mishawaka, The Lyric
BEST SMOKE SHOP:
+ Kind Creations, Smokey Monkey, Up'N Smoke
BEST DISPENSARY:
+ Organic Alternatives, LivWell, Verts
BEST TATTOO/PIERCING:
+ Tribal Rites, Rock Steady, Freakshow
BEST HAIR SALON:
+ Studio Be Salon, Tuana Hair Design, The Parlour
BEST NAIL SALON:
+ LA Nails, LV Nails, Glossy Nails
BEST WAX SALON:
+ Screamin Peach, European Wax Center, Wax Factory
BEST BARBERSHOP:
+ Floyd's 99, Lucky 27, LLoyd's Barbershop
BEST BOOKSTORE:
+ Old Firehouse Books, Barnes & Noble, Bizarre Bazaar
BEST THRIFT:
+ Arc, Ragstock, Brand Spanking Used
BEST BOUTIQUE:
+ Kansas City Kitty, Ivy Boutique, Little Piece of My Heart
BEST RIDE TO AIRPORT:
+ Groome Transportation, Uber, Fly Away Shuttle
BEST HIKE:
+ Horsetooth Rock, Horsetooth Falls, Arthur's Rock
BEST GEAR:
+ Jax Mercantile, REI, Sierra Trading Post
BEST BIKESHOP:
+ Road 34 Bikeshop, Recycled Cycles, TREK Cycles
TUESDAYS, MAY 16–SEPT. 19
FOCO FOOD TRUCK RALLY
+ See page 66 for more information + focofoodtruckrally.com
JUNE 10–11
TASTE OF FORT COLLINS + Washington Park + tasteo ortcollins.com
JULY 4
FIREKRACKER 5K
+ City Park
+ All ages and abilities welcome + firekracker5k.com
INDEPENDENCE
DAY CELEBRATION
+ 10 a.m. | Independence Day Parade, Mountain Ave.
+ 3-9:30 p.m. Live Music and Food Truck Rally, City Park + 9:30 p.m. | Fireworks Celebration, Sheldon Lake at City Park + fcgov.com/july4th
AUGUST 4–8
LARIMER COUNTY
FAIR AND RODEO
+ The Ranch Events Complex + treventscomplex.com/events/ larimer-county-fair
AUGUST 19
FORT COLLINS
PEACH FESTIVAL
+ Civic Center Park, Fort Collins + 10 a.m.–5 p.m. + fortcollinspeachfestival.com
FRONT RANGE
WINE FESTIVAL
+ Main Park, Windsor + frontrangewinefestival.com
AUGUST 21
FALL CLASSES BEGIN + Colorado State University
AUGUST 25
CSU VOLLEYBALL HOME OPENER
+ Moby Arena
+ CSU vs. Kentucky
+ csurams.com/sports/womens-volleyball
AUGUST 25–26
REALITIES RIDE & RALLY
+ realitiesforchildren.com
AUGUST 26
TOUR DE FAT
+ New Belgium Brewing Company + newbelgium.com
SEPTEMBER 2
CSU RAMS FOOTBALL HOME OPENER
+ Canvas Stadium, CSU vs. Washington State
+ csurams.com/sports/ football/schedule
SEPTEMBER 8–10
GOODGUYS 24TH
COLORADO NATIONALS
CAR SHOW
+ The Ranch Event Complex + good-guys.com/cn-participator
OCTOBER 7
TOUR DE CORGI + Civic Center Park and Old Town Fort Collins + tourdecorgi.org
OCTOBER 12–14
CSU HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND
+ Colorado State University + homecoming.colostate.edu
NOVEMBER 3
DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY LIGHTS
+ Downtown Fort Collins
+ downtownfortcollins.com/event/ downtown-holiday-lights
DECEMBER 8–24
GARDEN OF LIGHTS
+ The Gardens on Spring Creek + fcgov.com/gardens/garden-of-lights
DECEMBER 15–17
CSU FALL COMMENCEMENT
MAY 10–12
CSU SPRING COMMENCEMENT
+ Colorado State University + commencement.colostate.edu
Check websites for up-to-date information and a current list of events:
+ visitfortcollins.com
+ treventscomplex.com
+ colostate.edu/events
TAKE YOUR PICK
Local farmers markets and farm stands stocked with fresh produce, meats, dairy, breads and locally made specialty items are scattered throughout the city. Take your pick and enjoy.
FORT COLLINS FARMERS MARKET
+ 1001 E. Harmony Road
+ Sunday Market: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
May 7–Nov. 12
+ Wednesday Market: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
June 14-27
+ fortcollinsfarmersmarket.org
LARIMER COUNTY FARMERS’ MARKET
+ 200 W. Oak St.
+ Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
+ May 20–October
+ larimercountyfarmersmarket.org
COLORADO FRESH FARM STAND
+ 8101 S. Timberline Road
+ Open every day: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
+ May–September
+ coloradofreshfarms.com
GARDEN SWEET FARM STANDS
+ 719 W. Wilcox Lane
+ Tuesday–Sunday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
+ May–September
+ gardensweet.com
ON THE VINE AT RICHARD FARMS
+ 3611 Richmond Drive
+ Tuesday–Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
+ May–October
+ onthevineatrichmondfarms.com
RAISIN’ ROOTS FARM STAND
+ 2229 W. Vine Drive
+ Daily, weather permitting
+ farmranchhomestead.com/farm/ co-colorado/raisin-roots-farm
Experience a delightful evening of dinner and entertainment in a beautiful park setting. The Fort Collins Food Truck Rally is a fun and family-friendly event that o ers patrons scenic sunset views, live music, and scrumptious food. Featuring live music performances curated each week by The Mishawaka Amphitheatre and 38 diverse food trucks, this event is a must-visit. Check out the FoCo Food Truck Rally website for the music lineup. Each week, the food trucks operate on a rotating schedule, and the list of trucks will be posted on the FoCo Food Truck Rally's Facebook and Instagram pages every Sunday. As parking is limited, cycling is encouraged. Pets are also welcome on a leash to enjoy the live music and food. Visitors who wish to sit and relax while enjoying the music are welcome to bring their own seating.
There are easily hundreds of things to do in and around Fort Collins. It’s why the city is recognized nationally, year after year. To keep things simple, here is a list of our top ten.
With more than 28 historical buildings and hundreds of shops and eateries, it’s the heart of Fort Collins.
Or any trail. There are more than 285 miles of trails scattered throughout the city.
Catch a drink at one of the city's 25+ breweries and outdoor beer gardens.
Garden enthusiasts will love the free perennial garden just east of the CSU campus. Featuring hundreds of varieties of test plants and “tried and true” perennials.
Fort Collins is home to beautifully painted alleyways and Jazz Alley is just one. “Hidden” o Mountain Avenue and Walnut Street, the alley mural features a local artists rendition of famous people throughout history.
A visible Fort Collins landmark, Horsetooth Rock is a 2.5 mile trail to the top of the 7,259-foot peak overlooking Fort Collins and the foothills.
As Colorado’s only nationally designated “wild and scenic” river, the Poudre is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Fort Collins’ thriving music scene comes alive in the summer with free nightly outdoor concerts.
Founded in 1870 and home to the Rams, CSU is at the heart of Fort Collins.
One of only a few left in the country, the Holiday Twin features outdoor movies April through October.
As the Official Credit Union of CSU, Canvas is all about helping Rams discover more: from the mountain to a math final, the drive-thru to the dining hall. Stop by our Lory Student Center branch—or any of our four FoCo locations—to learn more.
