Located 19 miles directly east of Fort Collins, Ault, CO is A Unique Little Town that celebrated its centennial in 2004. Known as the “gateway to the Pawnee National Grassland”, Ault offers small town charm with a friendly welcome.
Ault’s nickname is “A Unique Little Town”. It’s located at an elevation of 4,938 feet in Weld County. In 2010 it had a census recorded population of 1,519. It was incorporated on April 4th, 1904, originally as the Town of Bergdorf.
Main Attractions
Pawnee National Grassland – Discover Colorado’s natural prairie landscape from Ault’s backdoor at the Pawnee National Grassland. A great way to explore the area is with a hike along the Pawnee Butte Trail, where hikers will encounter wildflowers, unique rock formations, and plenty of bird watching to keep you occupied.
Antique Shopping – Another claim to fame of this small town is its antique shopping. With half a dozen antique stores located along their main street, Ault offers the curious shopper more than they bargained for.
Recreation
There aren’t much in-town recreational opportunities except their local community parks. Nearby Pawnee National Grassland offers hiking, birding, horseback riding, and camping.
Read about the Camping near Greeley and Pawnee National Grassland.
Accommodations
Special Events
The town of Ault hosts two main events each year; the Fall Festival and the International Food Fest.
Fall Festival – held every year during the first weekend in August, the Fall Fest celebrates the upcoming season and the local community. Held at Liberty Park, community volunteers work hard to offer a weekend full of fun activities.
International Food Fest – Held in late September, the International Food Fest offers international food booths, a beer garden, live entertainment, and fun activities for the kids like face painting.
Activities near Ault
Federal Lands:
Towns:
- Briggsdale (23mi)
- Fort Collins (18mi)
- Greeley (12mi)
- Grover (44mi)
- Severance (10mi)
- Windsor (16mi)
