3 Days
North Park is aptly named as it borders Wyoming — meaning it's in the far northern part of Colorado, but in three days, you'll really get to explore all it has to offer.
Sustainability Activity
Stay the Trail
Help keep our trails and wilderness areas in good shape by following these seven simple principles.
Insider's Tip
Get Your Rental Before Heading Out
Before heading to Walden, be sure to stop in Fort Collins to rent an OHV from Fort Collins Adventure Rentals.
Day 1
activity
Fish the Michigan River
Grab your reel and fish for brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout.
activity
Hike Big Creek Falls
This 5-mile round-trip hike from the Seven Lakes Trailhead at Big Creek Lakes Campground in the Routt National Forest leads to a hidden waterfall in…
dinner
The 10th Frame
The 10th Frame is a six-lane bowling alley, restaurant and bar located in Walden, Colorado.
lodging
Antlers Inn
Located in the heart of Walden, Antlers Inn offers rustic elegance just 2.5 miles from Walden Reservoir. It has an on-site restaurant — River Rock Cafe…
Day 2
breakfast
Rita's Cafe
Rita's Cafe serves up breakfast favorites like French toast, eggs Benedict and hash browns.
activity
North Park Pioneer Museum
Housed in a cabin built in 1883, the museum's exhibits showcase the region's mining, logging, ranching and farming heritage.
activity
Take an OHV on Ruby Jewel Road
Enjoy stunning views of mountains, lakes and forests from the back of an OHV on this trail in State Forest State Park.
dinner
Rand Yacht Club
Steaks, burgers, beers and whiskey are flowing from this joint.
activity
See the Stars
North Park is largely unpopulated, making for incredible stargazing opportunities. See the stars like never before at Owl Mountain State Wildlife Area…
Itinerary Tip
State Wildlife Areas
As of July 2020, any one who enters a Colorado State Wildlife Area must have a valid Colorado hunting or fishing license.
lodging
North Park Inn & Suites
Newest lodging. Pillow-top beds, 32" flat screen, HBO, hand crafted log furniture, table/chairs, fridge/micro/coffee, guest laundry, on-site trailer…
Day 3
breakfast
Holy Grounds Coffee
A specialty coffee shop and cafe featuring espresso drinks, French press, pour over, cold brew, hot tea, iced tea, lemonade, breakfast burritos, deli…
activity
Look for Moose
North Park is Colorado’s moose viewing capital and no trip would be complete without setting out to see one for yourself. Head to the State Forest State…
activity
Go Wildlife Viewing
More than 2,000 acres of wilderness await at Delaney Buttes State Wildlife Area. Soak in views and maybe spot a famous resident.
activity
Check out the Teller City Ghost Town
This booming silver-mining town busted in the early 1900s and today there's a short loop trail that guides you through the scattered remains of what…
lodging
Cabins at Mansker Station
Stay at these quaint cabins near Walden, Colorado.