13 days in Loveland & Fort Collins Itinerary

The City of Loveland is the Home Rule Municipality that is the second most populous municipality in Larimer County, Colorado, United States. Kids will appreciate attractions like Pearl Street Mall and Flatirons. Get out of town with these interesting Loveland side-trips: Boulder (National Center for Atmospheric Research - NCAR, Colorado Chautauqua: Park, &more), Colorado Model Railroad Museum (in Greeley) and The Broomfield Bay Aquatic Park (in Broomfield). And it doesn't end there: take in nature's colorful creations at Benson Park Sculpture Garden, tee off at Mariana Butte Golf Course, explore the activities along North Lake Park, and stroll around Mehaffey Park.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Loveland vacation planning website.

Denver to Loveland is an approximately 1-hour car ride. In August, daily temperatures in Loveland can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car to Fort Collins.

Called vibrant, eclectic and authentic, Fort Collins tops “best of” lists year after year thanks to its myriad of cultural opportunities.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like River Rafting & Tubing and Annual Flower Trial Garden. Venture out of the city with trips to Cheyenne (Wyoming State Capitol, Wyoming State Museum, &more), Laramie (Medicine Bow National Forest, Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site, &more) and Rocky Mountain National Park (Old Fall River Road & Alluvial Fan). The adventure continues: explore the activities along Cache La Poudre River, stroll around Fossil Creek Park, contemplate the long history of 1883 Water Works, and explore the world behind art at Swetsville Zoo.

For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Fort Collins trip itinerary site.

Fort Collins is just a stone's throw from Loveland. In August, plan for daily highs up to 86°F, and evening lows to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive back home.