Things to do

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20-acre bike park with two jump and flow lines, a dual-slalom track, a mile of cross-country trail…20-acre bike park with two jump and flow lines, a dual-slalom track, a mile of cross-country trail, a kids' bicycle playground and a 20,000 sq ft pump track. Dawn to dusk, free.

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Flat 1.2-mile loop around Berthoud Reservoir, opened to the public in 2020, with fishing…Flat 1.2-mile loop around Berthoud Reservoir, opened to the public in 2020, with fishing, paddle-craft access and a restroom. Free, dogs on leash.

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The 1,100-acre Larimer County reservoir ten minutes northwest of town: boating, sailing, a swim beach…The 1,100-acre Larimer County reservoir ten minutes northwest of town: boating, sailing, a swim beach, camping, fishing and shoreline trails. Entrance permit required.

Park Our pick

The town's oldest park, redeveloped with a 12,000 sq ft inclusive playground, a stone water-play feature…The town's oldest park, redeveloped with a 12,000 sq ft inclusive playground, a stone water-play feature, two pavilions, and the Saturday market and Oktoberfest on its lawn.

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The town's soccer park beside Berthoud High, with a fitness trail around the fields…The town's soccer park beside Berthoud High, with a fitness trail around the fields, a renovated playground and the Bein baseball complex.

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Shaded downtown park on Mountain Avenue with sculptures by local artists and picnic tables…Shaded downtown park on Mountain Avenue with sculptures by local artists and picnic tables; the town's front lawn.

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Neighborhood park on Indiana Avenue with a playground, a basketball court, a roller hockey rink…Neighborhood park on Indiana Avenue with a playground, a basketball court, a roller hockey rink, a fishing pond and three large picnic pavilions.

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Small lake park with a walking path, open grass, birds and an accessible fishing dock.Small lake park with a walking path, open grass, birds and an accessible fishing dock.

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The big park on the north side: farm-themed playground, full basketball court, skate park, fields…The big park on the north side: farm-themed playground, full basketball court, skate park, fields, and the Recreation Center on the same site.

Venue Our pick

The Berthoud Historical Society's museum on Mountain Avenue, in and around the 1893 Bimson Blacksmith Shop…The Berthoud Historical Society's museum on Mountain Avenue, in and around the 1893 Bimson Blacksmith Shop: farm, railroad and family history. Wed–Sat 1–4, $5.

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Retro arcade at the east end of Mountain Avenue: pinball, classic cabinets…Retro arcade at the east end of Mountain Avenue: pinball, classic cabinets, snacks and a rainy-day plan for kids.

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The library district on Welch Avenue: storytimes three mornings a week, a writers group, classes, tech help…The library district on Welch Avenue: storytimes three mornings a week, a writers group, classes, tech help, and the September literary festival.

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The Town's recreation center at Waggener Farm Park: pools, gym, climbing wall, fitness classes…The Town's recreation center at Waggener Farm Park: pools, gym, climbing wall, fitness classes, day passes and the winter craft fair.

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Town Hall at the west end of Mountain Avenue: Board meetings, Planning Commission…Town Hall at the west end of Mountain Avenue: Board meetings, Planning Commission, utility billing and permits.

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Self-guided walk along Mountain Avenue and its side streets past large murals, rotating sculptures…Self-guided walk along Mountain Avenue and its side streets past large murals, rotating sculptures, decorative sidewalks and the Hometown Heroes banners.

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The 1916 McCarty family home on 7th Street, a Denver Square with the doctor's office intact…The 1916 McCarty family home on 7th Street, a Denver Square with the doctor's office intact, kept as a museum by the Historical Society and open by appointment.

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Community arts center on Massachusetts Avenue with classes, youth programs, summer camps…Community arts center on Massachusetts Avenue with classes, youth programs, summer camps, Art in the Park and the StreetFest.