Two Wheels, One City: Your Fort Collins Spring Biking Guide
Two Wheels, One City: Your Fort Collins Spring Biking Guide
Explore Fort Collins on two wheels this spring. From scenic trails to brewery cruises, here's how to bike FoCo like a local.
๐ด๏ธ Fort Collins by Bike: Ride Into Spring

Hey FoCo,
Fort Collins isn't just a bike-friendly city. It's a bike-loving city. With more than 280+ miles of trails, scenic canyon climbs, and brewery routes perfect for a leisurely cruise, spring is the ideal time to explore the Choice City on two wheels. Whether you're into gravel, pavement, or dirt, there's a ride waiting for you.
Letโs dive in. ๐

๐ง FoCo Trivia Time
How many miles of bikeways and trails does Fort Collins offer? |
โ๏ธ Tap to voteโweโll reveal the answer in the outro!

Ride Into Spring
Spring Creek & Poudre River Trails: These paved multi-use paths run through the heart of the city, offering flat, scenic rides past parks, murals, and breweries.
๐๏ธ Mountain Biking Musts
Pineridge, Maxwell, & Foothills Loop: Quick access from town with trails for beginners to intermediate riders. Beautiful foothill views included.
Blue Sky & Indian Summer: Smooth singletrack, gentle climbs, and a flowy ride perfect for casual weekend warriors.
Lory State Park: Just five miles west of town, this gem offers a wide variety of trails with lake views and wildflowers in full bloom.
โฐ๏ธ Road & Gravel Rides
Dairy Loop & Bellvue Routes: Easygoing road rides with scenic stops like the Howling Cow Cafรฉ (grab that root beer latte!).
Rist Canyon to Masonville: A classic challenge with big climbs and big views. For experienced cyclists who want a little burn with their breeze.
Soapstone Prairie & Red Mountain: Remote gravel riding through wide-open landscapes. Bring water and snacksโyou won't want to leave.
๐บ Rent & Ride
Recycled Cycles: Affordable cruiser and city bike rentals, no reservation needed.
Pedego Fort Collins: Rent electric bikes by the hour or day, perfect for covering more ground without breaking a sweat.

๐ Whatโs Happeninโ in Fort Collins: Event Listings
๐ญ Wednesday, May 7๐ Free Events ๐ค Weekly Open Mic Comedy (recurring Wednesday)๐ Slyce Pizza Co. | โฐ 7:00 PM | ๐ Free ๐ฒ Bingo Night (recurring Wednesday) ๐ Horsetooth Tavern | โฐ 6:30 PM โ 8:30 PM | ๐ Free ๐ฒ Bingo Night at the Goat (recurring Wednesday) ๐ Gilded Goat Brewing | โฐ 7:00 PM โ 9:00 PM | ๐ Free ๐ฅ Wild Card Wednesdays (recurring Wednesday) ๐ The Lyric | โฐ 8:00 PM | ๐ Free Colorado Mountain Club New and Prospective Member Meeting๐ Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce | โฐ 6:30 PM | ๐๏ธ Free Music Trivia at The Lyric๐ The Lyric | โฐ 6:00 PM | ๐๏ธ Free ๐ต Ticketed Events Gelli Printing Basics๐ Blue Moose Art Gallery | โฐ 6:00 PM | ๐๏ธ $55 The Aristocrats๐ Aggie Theatre | โฐ 7:00 PM | ๐๏ธ $41 | Thursday, May 8 ๐ Free Events ๐ง Thursday Night Trivia (recurring Thursday) ๐ Jessup Farm Barrel House | โฐ 5:30 PM โ 7:30 PM | ๐ Free ๐ป Haunted Pub Tour (recurring Thursday) ๐ Old Town Square | โฐ 7:00 PM โ 8:30 PM | ๐๏ธ $22 ๐ถ The Positive Spin: Vinyl Night (recurring Thursday)๐ Mobb Mountain Distillers | โฐ 6:00 PM โ 9:00 PM | ๐ Free ๐ถ Open Bluegrass Jams (recurring Thursday) ๐ Horsetooth Tavern | โฐ 7:00 PM โ 10:00 PM | ๐ Free An Evening with Michele Filgate in conversation with Andrew Altschul๐ Old Firehouse Books | โฐ 7:00 PM | ๐๏ธ Free ๐ต Ticketed Events Doug Stanhope๐ The Comedy Fort | โฐ 7:00 PM | ๐๏ธ Ticketed ProbCause DJ Set๐ The Coast | โฐ 7:00 PM | ๐๏ธ $26.48 Start Making Sense: Talking Heads Tribute๐ Aggie Theatre | โฐ 8:00 PM | ๐๏ธ Ticketed Grounding Yourself: Natureโs Influence on the Brain, Body and Mind๐ Center for Creativity | โฐ 5:30 PM | ๐๏ธ $60 ($54 members) |

๐ซ Pedal On, FoCo!
Whether you're a cruiser, a climber, or a gravel grinder, spring is the perfect season to explore Fort Collins by bike. Get out there, ride smart, and donโt forget your helmet. ๐ดโโ๏ธ โYour Whatโs Happeninโ Fort Collins crew ๐ ๐ง ย Trivia Answer: C. 285 miles of bike trails! Fort Collins reallyย rollsย deep. |
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