Where is Dacono, Colorado

Dacono, Colorado is a small city north of Denver in the Front Range. It is part of the growing northern Colorado area and sits near the Rocky Mountains. The city is about 35 miles north of Denver and close to Longmont, Firestone, and Frederick. Dacono is known for its open plains, local parks, and easy highway access.

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Where is Dacono Located?

Dacono is a city located in Weld County, Colorado, the United States. It lies about 35 miles north of downtown Denver, 10 miles south of Longmont, and roughly 30 miles southeast of Boulder. Dacono is located at approximately 40.0847° North latitude and 104.9458° West longitude. The city covers about 8.27 square miles (21.42 sq km) and had 6,542 residents in the 2020 Census. The surrounding area is part of the northern Front Range and has wide plains with views of the Rocky Mountains to the west. Dacono was incorporated in 1908 and developed as a coal-mining community. Coal mines once played an important role in the local economy and helped shape the city's early growth. Today, Dacono is mainly a residential community with commercial areas and parks. Interstate 25 and U.S. Route 85 provide quick connections to Denver, Boulder, Longmont, and other northern Colorado communities. Nearby St. Vrain State Park offers boating, fishing, camping, and birdwatching.

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Distance from Dacono, CO to Nearby Cities

• Firestone, CO – 3 miles (5 km)
• Frederick, CO – 4 miles (6 km)
• Longmont, CO – 10 miles (16 km)
• Erie, CO – 10 miles (16 km)
• Fort Lupton, CO – 10 miles (16 km)
• Berthoud, CO – 15 miles (24 km)
• Loveland, CO – 25 miles (40 km)
• Boulder, CO – 30 miles (48 km)
• Greeley, CO – 30 miles (48 km)
• Thornton, CO – 25 miles (40 km)
• Westminster, CO – 30 miles (48 km)
• Arvada, CO – 35 miles (56 km)
• Denver, CO – 35 miles (56 km)
• Fort Collins, CO – 45 miles (72 km)
• Golden, CO – 45 miles (72 km)
• Lakewood, CO – 45 miles (72 km)
• Colorado Springs, CO – 105 miles (169 km)

Top Attractions in Dacono

• St. Vrain State Park – Nearby state park with lakes, fishing, boating, camping, birdwatching, and walking areas.
• Dacono Community Park – Local park with open space, sports facilities, playgrounds, and areas for community recreation.
• Carbon Valley Recreation District – Regional recreation facilities serving Dacono, Firestone, and Frederick with pools, fitness areas, sports fields, and programs.
• Coal Ridge Golf Course – Nearby golf course in Firestone with views of the Front Range.
• Rocky Mountain Greenway – Regional network of trails and open spaces connecting communities along the Front Range.
• Longmont Museum – Nearby museum with exhibits on local history, art, science, and culture.
• Sandstone Ranch Community Park – Large park near Longmont with trails, sports fields, open areas, and scenic views.
• Rocky Mountain National Park – Major mountain destination west of Dacono with alpine lakes, wildlife, forests, and hiking trails.

Airports Near Dacono

• Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) – 25 miles
• Denver International Airport (DEN) – 35 miles
• Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal Airport (FNL) – 35 miles
• Vance Brand Airport (LMO) – 15 miles
• Greeley-Weld County Airport (GXY) – 35 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Dacono website and local government records.

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