Limon, Colorado began as a work camp site in 1888 when the Chicago and Rock Island Railroad was building its line from Kansas through to Colorado Springs. It was named after a construction foreman, John Limon, and was called "Limon's Camp." As more roads were built, Limon was referred to as the "Hub City" of Eastern Colorado. Highways I-70, 24, 40, 71 and 287 all cross each other here. Best Western Limon Colorado.
Things to do in Limon
Limon Heritage Museum & Railroad Park
See the working N scale model of Limon's 1940s rail yard. Check out the sheepherders' wagon, vintage farm machinery, and Eclipse Windmill. Walk back in time through the one-room schoolhouse, rail dining car, and Native American tepee. Call 719-775-2373 for more information.