Larimer County Travel Guide

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Popular cities in Larimer County

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Estes Park
Known for Mountains, Nature and Natural parks
This high-altitude settlement, set in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, offers mountain-town charm, wonderful wildlife watching and four-season outdoor adventure.

Reasons to visit

  • The Stanley Hotel
  • Historic Estes Park
  • Bear Lake Trailhead
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Lyons
Known for Mountains, Rivers and Relaxing
Come to relaxing Lyons and enjoy its mountain views, riverfront and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Planet Bluegrass
  • Meadow Park
  • Lyons Dog Park
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Fort Collins
Known for Universities, Mountains and Biking
Cycle your way around this thriving university town to discover northern Colorado’s famous local food, beer and wine.

Reasons to visit

  • Colorado State University
  • Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
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Loveland
Known for Shopping, Family-friendly and Festivals
Trip time! Discover the art, festivals and cafes in Loveland.

Reasons to visit

  • Boyd Lake State Park
  • Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
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Red Feather Lakes
Known for Golf
Red Feather Lakes awaits: its golf and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Dowdy Lake
  • Hiawatha Lake
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Drake
Known for Rivers, Hiking and Relaxing
Get away to relaxing Drake! Enjoy the riverfront, hiking and more.
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The Stanley Hotel

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Learn about the history of The Stanley Hotel, one of the top monuments in Estes Park.
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