Akron Colorado
Akron Colorado, the most populated town in Washington county, sits along the Burlington Northern Railroad line in the northeastern plains. It’s home to the Colorado Plains Regional Airport. Akron is also home to the Akron Rams, a three-time state champion high school football team and as of September 2009 the team was in line for a fourth state title, winning their past 43 games.
More Akron Town Facts
| Region: Northeast | County: Washington | |
| Latitude: 40.161530 | Longitude: -103.211850 | Elevation: 4659 ft. (1,420 m) |
Akron Colorado was once the only established town along the line and held great importance among railway men in Colorado. Since 1907, the Central Great Plains Research Station has been providing farmers throughout the country with scientifically proven agricultural information. Today, this small prairie town is also the seat of Washington County.
Akron is the home of some spectacular events during the summer and fall. The National Radial Engine Exhibition invites biplane fans to the show where aviation history comes alive each fall! The NREE planning committee extended an invitation to owners and followers of biplanes, powered by any engine type, to join the 2010 show in September. As the last biplane fly-in in Bartlesville, OK, closed one chapter in the book of aviation events the NREE hopes to continue the story in Akron, CO by inviting the iconic biplanes to join its event at the Colorado Plains Regional Airport.
This event is well attended and has grown every year. World class performers and modern military demonstrations help make the show the best in the region. The show’s signature event each year is a WWII re-enactment with live pyrotechnics and aerial support that is a crowd thriller. The event also hosts a collector car show, local vendors, veteran exhibits kid’s crafts and much, much more.
Akron Colorado Attractions
| Of course there are lots of other things to do and see in the area! Click on any of the links below to find more activities. |
