Loveland, Colorado

Loveland is a city in Colorado. It covers 25.5 sq mi (66.1 sq km). With a population of 67,000 (2011 estimate), it is the second most populous city in Larimer County and the 14th most populous in the state. The city is within the Fort Collins-Loveland Metropolitan Area.

Loveland experiences a semi-arid climate. The hottest month here is July, when temperature regularly reaches 86°F (30°C). During the coldest month, January, it drops to 14°F (-10°C). May is the wettest month in Loveland, with 2.26 in (57.4 mm) of precipitation.

William H. McCreery House, Loveland, CO
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The city of Loveland was founded in 1877. It was named after the president of the Colorado Central Railroad, William A.H. Loveland, in recognition for having the railway line built to the area. It began as a farming community where the farmers grew sour cherries and sugar beets. In the early 20th century, Loveland was one of the biggest cherry producers west of the Mississippi, but by the 1960's, cherries were no longer farmed there, as the earlier crops had been destroyed by droughts, freeze and blight.

By the late 20th century, the growth of Loveland and neighboring Fort Collins have almost merged the two cities, that a green lung was established to ensure the two are separated.

First United Presbyterian Church, Loveland
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Visiting Loveland, Colorado

Take Exit 257 on Interstate 25 and head west on US Highway 34 (Eisenhower Boulevard) to reach Loveland. If you're going there by flight, the Denver International Airport (DEN) offers the best flight options.

Places of Interest in Loveland, Colorado

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