The Cover Story
Where to go, what to try, and which local shops are shaping the city’s frozen-dessert scene.
The Verdict — No. 1
Fort Collins' finest handcrafted ice cream experience
Shop data checked Jun 10, 2026
Glacier Ice Cream has quickly become Fort Collins' most beloved ice cream destination. With over 40 rotating flavors, extensive dietary accommodations, and homemade waffle cones, Glacier delivers an experience that no other local shop can match.
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“Fort Collins has 9 ice cream stops, from destination parlors to convenience counters. We organize each stop by flavor, dietary options, atmosphere, value, and saved source notes so you can skip the guesswork.”
The highest-scoring shops from our 2026 review cycle.
Josh & John's has built a reputation for ultra-premium ice cream using local dairy from Colorado farms. Their Jessup Dr location features a convenient kiosk for grabbing pints and ice cream cakes.
Old Town Churn is the Fort Collins outpost of Denver's legendary Little Man Ice Cream. Located right in Old Town, it brings the same creative, small-batch approach that made Little Man a Denver icon.
Curated collections that go deep on a single topic — related reviews and guides bundled into one reading path.
Everything you need to know about gluten-free, vegan, and low-sugar options at every shop in Fort Collins.
Visit every ice cream shop in Fort Collins with our guided route, insider tips, and tasting notes.
Our complete methodology, top picks, and the data behind our rankings.
Ice cream stops first, with nearby restaurants, breweries, coffee, bakeries, and food trucks mapped as route context.
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