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Hugo, Colorado

Downtown Hugo Colorado Highway 40
Highway 40 through downtown Hugo. Photo by: Ammodramus

Hugo is a small, welcoming town situated southeast of Limon on Colorado’s eastern plains. It had a population of 787 in 2020 and is estimated to be closer to 800 today.

The Statutory Town happens to be the county seat of Lincoln County, although Limon is the larger town. Hugo has an elevation of 5,039 feet and is surrounded by rolling grasslands and agriculture.

Main Attractions

Lincoln County Courthouse Hugo CO
Lincoln County Courthouse, Hugo, CO. Photo by: Jimmy Emerson, DVM

Downtown Hugo – The main street in Hugo has been revitalized over the years and continues to be developed today. There is a focus on the arts and its apparent in the murals adorning the historic structures.

Read about the top things to do in Hugo.

Read about the best hotels in Limon.

Activities near Hugo

Towns:

  • Colorado Springs (88mi)
  • Denver (105mi)
  • Limon (15mi)

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