RV Rental for Colorado Brewers’ Festival in Fort Collins, CO
Every June, right around the Colorado Brewers’ Festival weekend in Old Town, I get the same call: someone driving up US-287 or in off I-25 for the weekend who suddenly realizes there’s no hotel left within a reasonable walk of Washington Park, and the ones that exist near downtown have tripled their rate. That’s where an RV rental for the Colorado Brewers’ Festival changes the whole trip — you sleep in your own bed at a campground a short drive out, and you never have to gamble on a ride home from Old Town after a long, sunny afternoon of tasting NoCo beer.
I’m Tomas, your local Fireside RV Rental owner here in Fort Collins. I deliver and set up rigs across Larimer and Weld counties just about every week, and brew fest weekend is one of my busiest stretches of the early summer. Below is how I actually handle it for folks coming in for the festival.
Why an RV Beats a Hotel for Brew Fest Weekend
The festival sits in and around Old Town and Washington Park, right in the heart of the 80521 zip — which is exactly why parking and lodging downtown get squeezed that weekend. A travel trailer or motorhome solves three problems at once: a place to sleep, a place to cool off in the afternoon (June in Fort Collins can swing from 50s in the morning to high 80s and a pop-up thunderstorm by 4 p.m.), and a designated home base so nobody’s driving after sampling Odell, New Belgium, and the rest of the lineup.
I tell first-timers the smart play is to park the RV at a campground 15–30 minutes out and rideshare or shuttle into Old Town. You get the best of both — quiet nights with the Front Range out your window, easy days in the festival.
Where I Send People to Camp
Old Town itself is day-use and street parking — there’s no camping at Washington Park, so plan to stay outside the core. Here’s where I actually drop rigs for this weekend:
- Horsetooth Reservoir (Larimer County) — my go-to for brew fest. It’s only about 20 minutes west of Old Town, the views are unbeatable, and you can swim and paddle between festival days. Book early; these sites go fast in June.
- Lory State Park — quieter, right next to Horsetooth, great if you want a hike before heading into town.
- Boyd Lake State Park (Loveland) — a bit more drive but usually has availability when Horsetooth is full, and easy on/off via US-34 and I-25.
- Carter Lake (Larimer County) — south end option, scenic, good for a longer stay if you’re making a week of it.
- Poudre Canyon (Mountain Park, Ansel Watrous, Stove Prairie) — if you want to extend into a real Colorado trip up CO-14 along the Cache la Poudre River.
I keep a full rundown of local spots on our campgrounds and RV parks guide. A heads-up on Horsetooth: the back loops have some tight turns and short sites, so if you reserve there, tell me the loop and I’ll match you to a rig that actually fits — I’ve backed enough trailers into those spots to know which ones are a headache.
How Delivery Works for the Festival
You don’t need to tow anything or know how to level a trailer. I deliver the RV to your campsite, get it leveled, hook up water and power, and walk you through everything before I leave. After the festival, I come back and haul it out — you just lock up and drive home. This is the option most of my brew fest renters pick, because the whole point of the weekend is not dealing with logistics.
I deliver throughout Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and out to the reservoirs and state parks. See how it works on our RV delivery page, or just call me and I’ll tell you straight whether your campsite is one I can get a rig into.
Which RV Should You Rent?
For a couple or a small group doing the festival, a travel trailer parked at Horsetooth is usually plenty and the most economical. For bigger groups or folks who want everything self-contained, a larger motorhome works well. Browse what’s available on our fleet page, and let me know your group size — I’ll steer you toward the right unit for your campground. Specific features and what’s included vary by unit, so ask me directly when you reach out.
Book Your Brew Fest RV
June fills up early around here, and the closest campgrounds to Old Town go first. If you’re planning a Fort Collins beer festival weekend, reach out now to lock in both a rig and a campsite. Call or text me, Tomas, at 267-225-0951 or email [email protected] with your dates and how many people you’re bringing, and I’ll get you set up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I camp at Washington Park or in Old Town during the festival?
No — the festival area in Old Town and Washington Park is day-use, with street and lot parking only. There’s no RV camping at the venue. You’ll want a campground like Horsetooth Reservoir, Lory State Park, or Boyd Lake, all within a short drive, and a rideshare or shuttle into the festival.
How far in advance should I book for the Colorado Brewers’ Festival?
As early as you can. The nearby Larimer County campgrounds fill up well before June, and my June calendar tightens fast. If you already have a campsite, contact me with the park and loop and I’ll confirm a rig that fits.
Do you deliver the RV and set it up?
Yes. I deliver across Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and out to Horsetooth, Boyd Lake, Carter Lake, and the Poudre Canyon campgrounds. I level it, connect water and power, walk you through the rig, and pick it up after the festival. You don’t tow anything.
What’s the weather like for brew fest weekend?
Typical Fort Collins June: warm, sunny afternoons in the 80s, cooler mornings, and a real chance of a late-day thunderstorm rolling off the foothills. The RV’s a nice place to duck into the shade and cool down between sessions — bring sunscreen and water either way.
