Get your summer started with a Colorado road trip to Sterling and Logan County this Memorial Day Weekend. The weather is going to be perfect (Check it out!) for the variety of outdoor activities just waiting for your arrival. Here are six ideas to get you going. 1. Visit North Sterling State Park and get on the water, quick and easy. North Sterling Boat Charter has boats and floats to rent! You can rent a pontoon, paddleboat, kayak, canoe or fishing boat. They have paddleboards too! While you’re there, check out PJ Marina for all your fun-on-the-water needs. 2. Enjoy a relaxing outing at...

Buzz to Sterling this weekend for the inaugural Curt “Doc” Kimball Memorial Fly-in at the Sterling Municipal Airport (STK) on Saturday, May 21. It will be a fun-filled day of aviation activities; free and open to the public. The day begins at 7 am, with a Boy Scout Fundraiser serving a pancake breakfast until 9:30 am. There will be aerobatic demonstrations, an airplane “rodeo,” radio-controlled aircraft demonstrations by the Sterling Miniature Aircraft Association, static displays, and food vendors. Airplane rides will be available for $20 per person (weather permitting). A...

Located under northeast Colorado’s blue skies, Sterling is settled just off I-76 between Denver and the Nebraska state line and is highlighted by native grasslands, majestic bluffs, and rolling hills. Visitors delight in the serene qualities of the natural landscape, the authenticity of small-town living, and the friendly atmosphere of an agricultural-based community filled with hometown values. The largest city in the northeast corner of the state, Sterling is home to the Overland Trail Museum, two 18-hole golf courses, wildlife viewing, Bradford Rhea tree sculptures, July Jamz free...

Sterling, the heart of Logan County… …is surrounded by over 1800 sq. miles with an uninterrupted star-filled sky. …was named one of the “25 Best Pheasant Hunting Towns in America” by Pheasants Forever Magazine. …boasts over 60 acres of parks with paths and trails. …is called the “City of Living Trees” for its many tree sculptures created by Bradford Rhea. …celebrates one of the most heavily traveled routes across the high plains in the 1800s at the Overland Trail Museum. …is the gateway to the Pawnee Pioneer Trails Scenic & Historic...

Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt. -John Muir Get out of the city for more road and less traffic in rural Logan County. 1. If you’re looking to forge your own path, pick up a county map at the Logan County Visitor Center and set out on any of our rural roads. Some are paved, some are gravel, and some are shared with farm equipment. 2. The bonuses to cycling – including physical health benefits of cycling, mental health benefits of cycling, and an almost guaranteed broadening of your social circle – are as numerous as the beautiful roads...

Logan County has a total area of 1,845 square miles, of which 1,839 square miles is land and 6.3 square miles is water. The county seat, Sterling, is the largest urban area in northeast Colorado, giving the otherwise rural Logan County the best of both worlds. Sterling has great art, shops, and restaurants, while outdoor enthusiasts find many opportunities to have fun. North Sterling State Park is the jewel of Logan County Centered on a large reservoir about 15 miles northwest of Sterling, this park offers interesting topography, hiking trails, camping, fishing, birding, and fantastic...

Spring and summer events in Sterling to put on your calendar NOW! If you’re looking for a Colorado road trip a little outside of the usual, Sterling is the perfect destination for weekend getaways and special visits to enjoy some of the best annual fairs, festivals and events in the state. Here are our signature celebrations that should be penciled in on your travel schedules as you plan your Sterling visit!   The Sportsman Experience – April 29-30 This fun and interactive experience highlights the outdoor activities and resources in Logan County such as hunting, fishing, biking,...

When the temperatures drop, warm up your day with a café au lait or any other cup of joe that’ll help you find your get-up-and-go! Here’s a quick list of some of our favorite Downtown Sterling options for your next Colorado road trip. Roam freely and find other things to do while you’re at it! 1.  From caffeine-infused drinks, and other non-caffeinated specialty drinks, the friendly folks at Brew Grit Coffee have you covered. Try their signature Americano or Tenderfoots, and “the best darn cinnamon roll in northeast Colorado!” (dine-in and drive-thru) 2.  Voted “Best Coffee in Sterling,”...

Overland Trail Museum’s New Art Exhibit Depicts Western Heritage (Credit: Story and photos by Callie Jones, South Platte Sentinel) A Native American hide painting, a portrait of a world champion rodeo rider and bronze sculptures depicting pioneer life are just a few of the pieces that can be found in Overland Trail Museum’s newest exhibit, “Western Art from the Great Plains,” in the Dave Hamil Rotunda.

1. Skip the Traffic Jams Are you ready for a Colorado road trip to Sterling? Find a variety of ideas to fill your itinerary. Here you’ll discover a plethora of activities for every level of adventure. And to top it all off, you’ll rarely be caught in a traffic jam or stand in line. It’s what we like to call free-range tourism and we’ve got the space to find your place, no matter the weather! 2. Ditch the Long Lines We are open for you to enjoy our culinary culture which includes down-home favorites at the local diners and exquisite cuisine in upscale restaurants. A gigantic scoop of hard...

May your Christmas Season be Filled with Joy and Light!

Northeast Colorado offers a Hallmark holiday setting with its quaint, lit-up towns, seasonal decor, and specialty local shops. For birding, hunting, and wildlife enthusiasts, this corner of Colorado offers a snow-free environment to keep you outside longer. Here are eight reasons to visit Logan County this winter.  1. Have A Hallmark Christmas Sterling is the perfect Hallmark-style town to visit over the holidays. With the Historical Logan County Courthouse as the centerpiece in the quaint downtown area, amble among the lighted trees, street lamps and seasonally decorated storefronts....