Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Tucked into the mountains north and west of Fort Collins is charming and rustic Red Feather Lakes. This year-round getaway offers a bounty of activities for families, couples and individuals.

Part of this village’s appeal is its remoteness – it is surrounded by Roosevelt National Forest, which provides a majestic buffer between visitors and the hustle and bustle of the world outside.

Activities for All Types at Red Feather Lakes

There is something to do outside every season, from hiking, rafting in Poudre Canyon, kayaking, fishing the lakes or in the Poudre River, biking, horseback riding, golfing or wildlife watching. In the winter, the landscape changes dramatically, and activities take a decidedly more snow-related turn – cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, sleigh rides, and ice skating are a few popular pastimes.

Many visit the Shambhala Mountain Center, a Buddhist retreat, where meditation sessions and other events are hosted. The center is open to visitors of all religions.

Red Feather Lakes History

Soaking up some Colorado mountain history is another way to spend time at Red Feather Lakes. It’s easy to imagine the early 1900’s lifestyles of the area’s first loggers and ranchers just by visiting historic homesteads still standing in the region, albeit not entirely upright.

Red Feather Lakes’ Lodging and Amenities

Although life for those folks was not always easy, guests at any of Red Feather Lakes’ lodging facilities will find themselves taking it easy. A guest ranch provides creature comforts for two-legged guests, and a B&B for both people and their horses is another option.

Other lodging options include cozy and casual settings such as cabins, camping facilities, and RV parks.

For dining, home cooking comes from a comfortable B&B stay, and cabins are also equipped for cooking. Mementos can be found at the trading post, antique store, and gallery.

Events

40 Under Forty: Boulder Valley & Northern Colorado

Sep 27

375 Meadowlark Drive, Berthoud, CO

Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado 40 Under Forty recognizes 40 emerging business leaders in each region (80 total), u

Okaidja Afroso: Jaku Mumor

Sep 27

2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO

Okaidja Afroso journeys to the U.S. from his home in Ghana, West Africa to bring a powerful experience that draws inspir

SKSF 12th Annual “Boots, Buckles, & Chuckles” Night of Comedy Fundraiser

Sep 30

13071 Bass Pro Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Introducing the “Boots, Buckles, and Chuckles” Night of Comedy fundraiser for Special Kids Special Families!

The Colorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, Kids K

Sep 30

Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO

Come celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Colorado Springs Marathon presented by Centura Health on Saturday, Septemb

Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily: Love in Exile

Sep 30

2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO

Love in Exile features an improvisatory supergroup composed of brilliant minds Vijay Iver, Arooj Aftab and Shahzad Izmai

Spiritually Speaking: Talk and Gallery-style Psychic Medium Reading

Oct 01

2501 N. Dallas St., Aurora, CO

An intriguing 60-minute Talk with Chicago-based Author, Emmy-award winning journalist, and Spiritual Humorist, Jenniffer

Walk to Defeat ALS®

Oct 08

Sloan’s Lake Park, 2199 Stuart St. Denver, CO

Join the movement at The Denver Walk to Defeat ALS taking place on Sunday, October 8th, 2023 at Sloan’s Lake Park, CO

Food Fight for Reproductive Rights at The Block Distilling Co.

Oct 11

1840 W. Oxford Ave, Englewood, CO

Join us on October 11, 2023, for our annual elite culinary competition featuring Denver’s talented chefs and barte

Samara Joy

Oct 15

2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO

Grammy-winning rising star Samara Joy tours following the release of her newest album, Linger Awhile. Samara comes from

Spellbound – Halloween Concert

Oct 18

2908 S Timberline Road, Fort Collins, CO

Join us (if you dare) for this magical and spooktacular evening of live classical and popular Halloween favorites. From