LOVELAND - Visitors to Larimer County parks and open spaces in 2024 rated their experience as satisfactory to very satisfactory, according to the Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) “Rate Your Day” survey results announced today.  The visitor satisfaction survey was conducted from June through October last year.

With 1,112 responses, the survey gathered important insights directly from visitors at all parks and open spaces managed by LCDNR. The survey scale is based on five stars with 1 being very dissatisfied and 5 being very satisfied.

Key findings:

• Respondents rated their experience an average of 4 out of 5-stars or “satisfied.”  
• 52% of total respondents gave a 5-star rating.
• 79% of total respondents gave a “satisfied” or “very satisfied” rating (4 or 5-stars).  
• 87% of total respondents reported feeling safe and welcome.
• 78% of total respondents provided comments about their visit.
• Respondents came from 36 states, with 82% from Colorado.
• Of respondents from Colorado, 14% were Larimer County residents. 

Launched in 2023, “Rate Your Day” is conducted to get a self-reported measure of visitor satisfaction and identify areas for continuous improvement. A third cycle of “Rate Your Day” will occur May through October 2025. 

The survey was facilitated through a QR code on posters, flyers, social media, and signage at trailheads, campgrounds and visitor centers. It featured three questions and took a visitor less than two minutes to complete. Campers were also invited via email to participate.

Key findings from the 2024 Rate Your Day survey can be found through this link: https://www.larimer.gov/naturalresources/RateYourDay

About Larimer County Department of Natural Resources
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources' mission is to connect people, nature, and place.  Since 1954, Larimer County has acquired and conserved a vast network of public and private lands. Today, thirteen public properties are available for recreational access and enjoyment, and over 57,000 acres of land within its boundaries have been conserved. For more information, visit larimer.gov/naturalresources.