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Fort Collins is often ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S., but let’s be honest — no place is perfect. If you’re considering moving here, it’s important to know the challenges alongside the perks. These are 16 harsh truths about living in Fort Collins that most people don’t talk about.
The City of Fort Collins asks Fort Collins’ residents to weigh in on what’s working well in our community and where we need to improve. The 2025 Community Survey is now in, and it paints a clear picture: people love living here, but concerns around affordability and growth are louder than ever. Quality of Life:
If you’ve tried parking in downtown Fort Collins on a Friday night, you know the frustration—circling the block, hoping someone pulls out before you give up. The truth is, our city has what consultants call an “upside-down parking model.” The most valuable spaces—right on College Avenue or near Old Town Square—are free. Meanwhile, the garages
Earlier this month, Canvas Stadium made history by hosting its first-ever major concert, featuring Jon Pardi and Cross Canadian Ragweed as part of the Professional Bull Riding (PBR) circuit. It wasn’t just a show; it was a sign of what’s to come. With the stadium now set to allow three major concerts a year, and
Fort Collins has taken a major leap forward in trail planning and connectivity with the adoption of the Strategic Trails Plan (STP) in July 2025. Designed to guide development over the next 45 years, the plan outlines an expansive vision for a more equitable, accessible, and environmentally responsible paved trail system across the city. Here’s
Colorado is renowned for its vibrant running community and hosts several iconic races that attract participants from around the globe. Among these, the Horsetooth Half Marathon, Colorado Marathon, and BOLDERBoulder 10K. Here’s an overview of these races in 2025, including their distances, dates, times, histories, entry costs, locations, and reasons to participate. Horsetooth Half Marathon
A Real Family’s Breakdown + Tips to Save Big on Your Ski Trip Thinking about planning a ski trip to Steamboat Springs, Colorado with your family? We just wrapped up a week-long adventure with two adults and two kids—and let’s just say: it added up quickly. But along the way, we picked up some money-saving
If you’ve lived in Fort Collins for any length of time, you’ve probably realized that the standard four seasons—winter, spring, summer, and fall—don’t quite capture our unpredictable weather patterns. Instead, we experience what many locals jokingly refer to as 11 distinct seasons, each with its own quirks, false hopes, and wardrobe confusion. Welcome to Fool’s
Fort Collins is known for its beautiful blend of urban planning and green spaces. Whether you’re a resident, a potential homebuyer, or simply someone interested in how land is used within the city, understanding the breakdown of zoning districts and open spaces can provide valuable insight into how Fort Collins is structured and developed. The
For years, the fate of the Hughes Stadium land in Fort Collins has been a topic of debate and uncertainty. Since the city acquired the 164-acre parcel in 2021 following a ballot measure, discussions on its future have been varied and, at times, contentious. Should it be used for open space, recreation, or something else