Longmont

Longmont is a city in Boulder County and Weld County, Colorado, sitting at the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains. Streets follow a geometric pattern with wide avenues leading from residential neighborhoods to commercial areas and open green spaces.

A group from Chicago founded the settlement in 1871 as a planned community with farmland and a central square for public buildings. The railroad reached the area in the late 1870s, bringing new settlers and trade in agricultural goods.

The city's name combines "Long" for Stephen Long, who mapped the region in 1820, with the French "mont" meaning mountain. Residents use the downtown Main Street for evening walks and weekend coffee, creating a rhythm tied to the Rockies beyond.

Visitors can explore the downtown area on foot, while cycling routes connect outlying neighborhoods with parks and schools. Bring sun protection, as the elevation and dry climate mean strong sunlight throughout the day.

The area preserves traces of 19th-century irrigation ditches that still carry water to fields and gardens today. Some of these channels flow through residential neighborhoods and parks, where you can hear the water as you walk.

Location: Boulder County

Location: Weld County

Inception: 1871

Elevation above the sea: 1,519 m

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

GPS coordinates: 40.17167,-105.10917

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:59