Larimer County, Colorado
Larimer County is located along the northern Front Range of Colorado. Fort Collins is the largest city and is home to Colorado State University, a lively downtown, and a thriving craft beer scene.
The eastern part of the county is relatively flat, while the landscape rises dramatically toward the Rocky Mountains in the west. Rocky Mountain National Park covers part of the southwestern portion of the county, offering spectacular mountain scenery and outdoor recreation.
Estes Park serves as a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and becomes especially busy with visitors during the summer. Loveland is known for its sculpture park and arts scene, while hiking, fishing, and camping opportunities can be found throughout the county.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Larimer County |
| County Seat | Fort Collins |
| Etymology | Named after William Larimer, an entrepreneur and early settler of Denver |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fort Collins, Loveland, Estes Park, Berthoud, Wellington, Timnath, Red Feather Lakes, Masonville |
| Interstates and Highways | I-25, U.S. Highway 34, U.S. Highway 287, State Highway 14, State Highway 1 |
| FIPS Code | 08-069 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 2,634 square miles (land: 2,596 sq mi, water: 38 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Laramie County, Wyoming (Northeast), Weld County (East), Boulder County (South), Grand County (Southwest), Jackson County (West), Albany County, Wyoming (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MST/MDT) |
| Population | Approximately 380,000 |
| State | Colorado |
| Coordinates | 40.6956° N, 105.5943° W |
| Major Landmarks | Rocky Mountain National Park, Horsetooth Reservoir, Poudre River Canyon, Roosevelt National Forest |
PHYSICAL MAP
Larimer County Topographic Map
This topographic map highlights Larimer County’s diverse terrain, ranging from grasslands to alpine tundra, with elevations spanning from about 4,800 to 14,259 feet. Rocky Mountain National Park and Longs Peak, Colorado’s northernmost fourteener, are among the county’s most prominent features. Use our zoom tool to explore these dramatic elevation changes in greater detail.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Larimer County Satellite Map
This satellite image shows the striking transition from the urban landscape of Fort Collins to the rugged wilderness of Rocky Mountain National Park. Horsetooth Reservoir stands out as a long, blue body of water along the foothills, contrasting with the surrounding developed and mountainous terrain.
OUTLINE MAP
Larimer County Blank Map
This outline map of Larimer County shows its roughly rectangular shape with a jagged western boundary formed by the Rocky Mountains and Rocky Mountain National Park. The simple outline highlights the county’s position between the Front Range foothills and the eastern plains.
Colorado County Maps
Colorado County Map
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