Sterling
Known as the Queen City of the Plains, Sterling is located in the northeastern corner of Colorado, 120 miles northeast of Denver. The city still has Union Pacific service, as well as Burlington Northern service, for its industries and businesses. Sterling’s economy continues to be based in agriculture, along with oil and gas production. It has expanded into spin-off and service industries to broaden the economic base.
Town Website: http://www.sterlingcolo.com/ Weather: Winter - High 45, Low 15, Summer - High 85, Low 53 Activities:
Town Website: http://www.sterlingcolo.com/ Weather: Winter - High 45, Low 15, Summer - High 85, Low 53 Activities:
- Enjoy the North Sterling Reservoir, a man-made lake fed by waters from the South Platte River
- Bike, hike, and fish at the Overland Trail Recreation Area which features a five acre fishing pond open to all ages as well as biking trails, grass, trees, and picnic tables
- Golf at the Riverview Golf Course and the Sterling Country Club, each offering excellent 18-hole courses
- Eldora Ski Area 161 miles away
- Loveland Ski Area 182 miles away
