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Red Feather Lakes, Colorado is a group of small communities located in Larimer County, in the northern part of the state. The area was originally inhabited by the Arapaho and Cheyenne tribes, and was later settled by homesteaders in the late 1800s. The community was named after a red feather found in a nearby stream.

In the early 20th century, Red Feather Lakes became a popular vacation spot for people from Denver and other nearby cities. The area was known for its natural beauty, with its numerous lakes, forests, and mountains. The Red Feather Lakes community was founded in the 1920s, and the first summer homes were built in the area in the 1930s. In the 1960s, the community began to grow more rapidly, and many permanent homes were built in the area.

Red Feather Lakes is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. There are several campgrounds and fishing areas in the area, as well as miles of hiking trails and hunting areas. The area is also home to the Cache la Poudre River, which is popular for rafting and kayaking.

Today, Red Feather Lakes is a popular destination for people looking for a peaceful, secluded place to live, vacation or retire. The area is surrounded by Roosevelt National Forest and is near the Poudre Canyon and the Poudre River.