Is there anything better than treating the kids to an ice cream cone on a hot summer day? We can't think of one.
Luckily, We have a lot of great locally-owned ice cream shops in Northern Colorado where we can indulge in yummy goodness. Here are 7 of our favorite places for ice cream in Berthoud, Fort Collins, Loveland, Milliken, Windsor:
I Scream Ice Cream
4221 W Eisenhower Blvd Building B
Loveland, CO 80537
We love this little gem hidden west of Loveland on the way to Carter Lake, and Estes Park on 34. They have vegan ice cream and specialty flavors. They also have milkshakes, malts, frozen yogurt, Italian ice, Gluten-free ice cream, soy ice cream, and vegan ice cream.
Dairy Delight
3080 W Eisenhower Blvd,
Loveland, CO 80537
What we love: We love this spot as it's locally owned and a true old-fashioned ice cream shop with meals available. It's an incredible place to have tried and true flavors and combinations like banana splits and brownie delights.
Josh & John's @ Jessup Farm
1981 Jessup Drive Fort Collins
(970) 305-5090
What we love: This wonderful ice creamery began in 1986 in Colorado Springs. The ice cream is made in custom-made machines that are one of a kind. They offer some decadent creamy classic flavors, some east coast favorites, and gluten-free options too.
Walrus Ice Cream
125 W. Mountain Ave.,
Fort Collins CO
What we love: It's been around for decades and justifiably so. They have wonderful flavors, service and on Sunday's your puppy can enjoy some "puppy approved" ice cream too.
Windsor Lake Coffee, Ice Cream, and Bakery
430 Main St,
Windsor, CO 80550
What we love: Cozy atmosphere. Delicious Icecream. The best part? Gifts. They have some wonderful local artisans who sell their goods here too.
Goobers Ice Cream
901 Broad St
Milliken, CO, CO 80543
What we love: Fun local atmosphere. Delicious ice cream and everchanging flavors!
Conehead Ice Cream
927 Mountain Ave (6.90 mi)
Berthoud, CO, CO 80513
What we love: Fun flavors, fun service, simply fun and delicious.
Cold Stone Creamery -
1335 W Elizabeth St Suite 155, Fort Collins, CO 80521
1821 E Harmony Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80528
What we love: Cold Stone is rich creamy ice cream and the coolest part, you can choose your own mix-ins. They have favorites on the menu you can choose from too if you get stumped at the counter.
234 N College Ave suite d, Fort Collins, CO 80524
What we love: Its rich creamy and they have unique flavors - and cool events!
1205 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524
What we love: DELICIOUS and creamy with a Mexican twist on flavors. They offer fun food too!
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
250 E Harmony Rd Ste F-7, Fort Collins, CO 80525
What we love: Rita's offers Italian ice and custard. Yes we know it's not technically ice cream but it is delicious. They have soft serve and scoop too. They have staple flavors and rotating flavors too. We love to mix it up with adding custard and Italian ice (Blendini).
114 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524
What we love: EVERYTHING! Kilwins is an icon in Old Town. Chocolates, Ice cream Fudge and so much deliciousness I can't even begin to describe it.
1399 Sculptor Dr Suite 100, Loveland, CO 80537
What we love: The atmosphere is light and bright and the ice cream is fun and delicious. Unique flavors like Salted Oreo, German Chocolate Cake, Blue Moon and other delicious combo's.
1569 Fall River Dr Ste 153, Loveland, CO 80538
What we love: It's totally self serve! Soft serve yogurt with tons of toppings makes for infinite combinations.
5971 Sky Pond Dr C124, Loveland, CO 80538
What we love: light refreshing and delicious. A wide variety of flavors to choose from.
Let us know your favorite ice cream place.