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Wellington

A charming Western community

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Wellington, a charming Western community located just north of Fort Collins on Colorado's impressive Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, is known for its beauty. Despite experiencing a significant increase in population, the town has managed to preserve its rural character and roots. The town of Wellington offers affordable housing prices and picturesque views of the mountains, making it an attractive place to live. Additionally, its main street exudes a picture-perfect charm, and the residents are known for their friendliness. Conveniently situated along Interstate 25, Wellington provides easy access to Fort Collins, Loveland, Denver, and even Cheyenne, Wyoming.

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Recreation opportunities in Wellington are plentiful, with four parks, youth basketball, adult volleyball, and a disc golf course available. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby wildlife refuge and enjoy abundant fishing options. Moreover, the foothills and mountains are just a short drive away, as is Horsetooth State Park, which is renowned for boating activities in Northern Colorado. In terms of healthcare, Wellington is served by Miramont Family Medicine within the town itself. Within a 20-minute drive, residents can access the award-winning Valley Hospital, Harmony Campus, and Medical Center operated by the University of Colorado Health. Fort Collins and the University of Colorado Health also offer a wide range of specialized medical professionals.

While agriculture remains the primary industry in Wellington, with major commodities including vegetables, grain crops, sugar beets, alfalfa, and cattle, the town has also become a bedroom community for Fort Collins.

Wellington also benefits from the diverse economy of its neighboring city, which includes prominent companies such as Anheuser-Busch, Woodward, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, University of Colorado Health, New Belgium Brewing, and OtterBox. Furthermore, Wellington residents can take advantage of employment opportunities provided by Colorado State University and the Poudre School District.

Education in Wellington is catered to by Eyestone and Rice elementary schools, as well as the esteemed Wellington Middle School, allowing younger students to receive education within their community. High school students have the option of attending one of the three highly regarded Poudre School District high schools in Fort Collins.

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