Loveland

Loveland is a city in northern Colorado that sits at an elevation of roughly 1519 meters (4987 feet) near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The settlement covers an area of about 66 square kilometers (25.5 square miles) with residential neighborhoods, orchards, and industrial zones.

The settlement emerged in 1877 along the Colorado Central Railroad and was named after William A.H. Loveland, who served as president of the railroad company. In the 1920s, the Spring Glade Orchard became the largest cherry orchard west of the Mississippi before the economy later diversified.

The Valentine Re-Mailing Program handles more than 160,000 cards each year, sent by people from around the world who want them stamped with a special mark from the city of love. The name and this tradition have made the place a symbol for romantic messages.

Several public transit routes connect the city to surrounding communities, while Interstate 25 and U.S. Highway 34 make regional travel easier. The elevation can be noticeable during physical activity, so allow time to adjust if needed.

The Spring Glade Orchard brought in million-dollar revenues during the 1920s as the largest cherry orchard west of the Mississippi. Today, only a few trees and old plots remain as reminders of that era, though the fruit harvest once defined the entire region.

Location: Larimer County

Inception: 1877

Elevation above the sea: 1,519 m

Shares border with: Fort Collins

Website: http://ci.loveland.co.us

GPS coordinates: 40.40470,-105.08600

Latest update: December 11, 2025 22:04