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14 Best and Fun Things To Do In Berthoud Colorado


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Berthoud, also referred to as the “Garden Spot of Colorado,” is a paradise for those who love outdoor activities.

It’s within close proximity to Devil’s Backbone, a recreational area with miles of trails for walking, running, and mountain biking, as well as opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Berthoud is also a great place to base yourself if you’re looking to spend some time on one of the reservoirs or lakes dotting the area.

The Carter Lake Reservoir is the most popular, where opportunities for camping, fishing, and sailing abound.

For those who prefer to stay on dry land, there are also a number of dirt trails around the lake for hiking and mountain biking.

If spending time in the great outdoors isn’t your vibe, Berthoud also has several indoor attractions such as the Little Thomson Valley Pioneer Museum and the Berthoud Historical Society.

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to visit, continue reading for a list of everything else Berthoud has to offer

The 14 Most Popular Things To Do In Berthoud Colorado

14. Boedecker Lake – Mariano Reservoir

4.3 ★★★★☆ (16 reviews)

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Location: Mariano Reservoir Loveland CO

Web Address:   https://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Maps/BoedeckerReservoirSWA_geo.pdf

13. Boedecker Lake

4.6 ★★★★★ (27 reviews)

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12. Devil’s Backbone Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ (218 reviews)

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Location: Devils Backbone Trail Loveland CO

Web Address:   http://larimer.org/parks/bbone.cfm

11. Jayhawker Ponds

4.5 ★★★★★ (293 reviews)

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Location: 1st St & Taft Avenue Loveland CO

Tel:  970 962 2727

10. Mehaffey Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (534 reviews)

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Location: 3285 W 22nd Street Loveland CO

Tel:  970 962 2727

Web Address:   https://lovgov.org/services/parks-recreation/parks-facilities/parks-reservation-spaces/mehaffey-park

9. Little Thompson Valley Pioneer Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: 224 Mountain Ave Berthoud CO

Tel:  970 532 2147

Web Address:   http://berthoudhistoricalsociety.org/

8. Berthoud Reservoir

4.1 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

7. Berthoud Historical Society

4.9 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: 228 Mountain Ave Berthoud CO

Tel:  970 532 2147

Web Address:   https://berthoudhistoricalsociety.org/

6. Lonetree Reservoir

4.4 ★★★★☆ (25 reviews)

5. Lon Hagler Reservoir

4.4 ★★★★☆ (69 reviews)

4. Blue Mountain Vineyards

4.9 ★★★★★ (102 reviews)

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Location: 4480 Hoot Owl Dr Berthoud CO

Tel:  970 480 7778

3. Carter Lake

4.4 ★★★★☆ (154 reviews)

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Location: Loveland CO

Web Address:   https://larimer.org/naturalresources/parks/carter-lake

2. Carter Lake Reservoir

4.6 ★★★★★ (199 reviews)

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1. Devil’s Backbone Open Space

4.8 ★★★★★ (705 reviews)

Location: 1725 Hidden Valley Dr Loveland CO

Tel:  970 619 4570

Web Address:   http://larimer.org/parks/bbone.cfm

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Berthoud Colorado! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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