Larimer County, Administrative county in Northern Colorado, US
Description
Larimer County spans Northern Colorado with Fort Collins as its administrative center and includes sections of Rocky Mountain National Park. The landscape ranges from urban areas to mountains and valleys that extend throughout the county.
History
The county was founded in 1861 and named after William Larimer Jr., who led settlement of the area. Its development was based on farming and ranching rather than mining like other Colorado regions.
Culture
The annual Larimer County Fair and Rodeo brings people together to celebrate local traditions through exhibitions, competitions, and entertainment. These events reflect the region's deep connection to ranching and farming culture.
Practical
Visitors should know that the county extends from mountains in the west to plains in the east, offering different activities and landscape experiences. The best time to explore is summer and early fall when roads and trails are fully accessible.
Did you know?
The Cache la Poudre River flowing through the county takes its name from French trappers who stored gunpowder along its banks in the early 1820s. This historic name remains a reminder of early French presence in the region.
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WWV
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Trail Ridge Road
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Canvas Stadium
32.7 km
Horsetooth Reservoir
27.8 km
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28.6 km
Poudre Canyon
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Twin Sisters Peaks
40.5 km
Lindenmeier Site
49.7 km
Grand Ditch
39.2 km
Alpine Visitor Center
34.1 km
Lory State Park
24.2 km
Boyd Lake State Park
42.9 km
State Forest State Park
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Fall River Road
32.5 km
Lulu City
39.9 km
The Baldpate Inn
38.5 km
Bear Lake Trailhead
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Milner Pass
39.2 km
Poudre River Public Library District
33.5 km
Lake Estes
30.5 km
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
32.7 km
Fort Collins Colorado Temple
33.8 km
Rawah Wilderness
46.6 km
Mount Richthofen
41.9 km
The Great Stupa of Dharmakaya
11 km
Hagues Peak
24.2 km
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