Longmont offers everything from peaceful lakes and mountain-view trails to historic farms, family adventures, arts, recreation and experiences for people looking for something completely different. Start exploring below.
From free outdoor adventures to memorable experiences, there is a lot more to do around Longmont than you may realize.
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Four ponds, mountain views, wildlife and 2.6 miles of trails make Golden Ponds one of Longmont's easiest places to spend a peaceful Colorado afternoon.
Enjoy Longs Peak views while walking around the lake, fishing, kayaking, canoeing or paddleboarding. It's one of Longmont's favorite sunset spots.
St. Vrain Creek runs directly through this 52-acre nature area. Explore the nature playground, beginner bike-skills trail, slower-moving water areas and St. Vrain Greenway.
This 736-acre body of water offers boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, picnicking and a dedicated dog beach.
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Discover Boulder County's agricultural history while exploring the historic farm, red barn, equipment, rural landscape and seasonal farm animals.
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Explore a historic homestead first settled in 1860. Inside you'll find hands-on history and environmental exhibits, while outside trails pass historic buildings, sandstone bluffs and wildlife habitat.
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Explore exhibitions about Longmont's history, art and culture and enjoy performances, films, talks, classes and special community events.
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Meet farm animals and enjoy a wonderfully unstructured day of tractors, hay bales, play structures, nature and old-fashioned farm fun.
Try indoor climbing, bouldering, fitness or yoga. Programs are available for adults and children, making it a great year-round activity.
Swim, climb, play basketball or work out under one roof. The center includes lap and leisure pools, waterslides, a lazy river, climbing wall, gymnasium and fitness areas.
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For a completely different view of Longmont, take to the sky. Mile-Hi offers tandem skydives for first-timers as well as training for experienced jumpers.
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The open-air covered rink at Roosevelt Park offers public skating, hockey and lessons during the winter season.
Walk around McIntosh Lake, explore Golden Ponds, visit the Agricultural Heritage Center or discover Longmont history at Sandstone Ranch.
Explore Dickens Farm, meet the animals at Sunflower Farm or spend the afternoon swimming at the Longmont Recreation Center.
Take a sunset walk at Golden Ponds or McIntosh Lake, try climbing together or ice skate during the winter.
Kayak or paddleboard at McIntosh Lake or spend a full summer day at Union Reservoir.
Try the Longmont Climbing Collective, Recreation Center or check the Longmont Museum's program schedule.
Go skydiving over the Front Range or try something new like climbing, kayaking or paddleboarding.
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