In downtown Berthoud, friendly shops and restaurants welcome locals and visitors alike. Cottonwood-shaded parks and quiet streets featuring century-old homes make up this Norman Rockwell town. Stop for a picnic at Fickel Park, in the center of historic downtown, or head to the Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum for a taste of the area's rich heritage. 

Recreation opportunities abound near Berthoud. To the west, rock climbing, fishing, boating, hiking and camping are popular near Carter Lake and Pinewood and Flatiron Reservoirs, while Horsetooth Reservoir and Boyd Lake State Park are just north of town. There's an archery range, nature trail and fishing opportunities at the Lon Hagler State Wildlife Area.

TPC Colorado, the only TPC golf course in the state, is a challenge for tournament pros and also offers recreational golfers multiple options of play on each hole — and Rocky Mountain views.

From this classic small town, two nearby interstates provide easy access to Denver International Airport, major ski resorts and Rocky Mountain National Park, as well as access to cultural activities in Fort Collins and Boulder.