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State of Colorado. Highlands Ranch is located in close-by location
of several Colorado State Parks. So, if you are looking for a quick
getaway - please check out the following information.
Roxborough State Park
More than 1.2 billion years of geologic time are represented by
the spectacular red-rock formations found within Roxborough State
Park, which is located southwest of Denver. Ecologically, the
park is highly diverse as a result of its location in a transition
zone between the plains and the mountains. The area's geological
structure has resulted in microclimates that have produced seven
distinct plant communities in a unique mixture of prairie and
mountain species. As a result, Roxborough is home to abundant
wildlife, including black bear, mountain lion and elk.
The park is known for its spectacular sightseeing, tranquil surroundings,
fascinating trails and Visitor Center. This park offers hiking,
cross-country skiing and excellent educational programs on Colorado
history, geology and wildlife watching. Roxborough is a day-use
park only and does not offer camping. Pets are not allowed at Roxborough.
From Santa Fe: Head south on Santa Fe (Highway 85) to
Titan Road. (4.2 miles south of C-470 intersection) Turn right
(west) on Titan Road. Continue heading west on Titan Road. It will
curve and begin to head south—becoming North Rampart Range
Road (3 miles). Continue south on North Rampart Range Road past
Roxborough Village and the Foothills Water Treatment Plant (3.5
miles). At the intersection of North Rampart Range Road and Roxborough
Park Road, turn left onto Roxborough Park Road. Take the next right
(about 50 yards away) to enter the park.
Roxborough State Park
4751Roxborough Drive
Littleton, CO 80125
(303) 973-3959 (phone) roxborough.park@state.co.us (e-mail)
Chatfield State Park
Chatfield's unique opportunities for resource education, diverse
ecosystems, expansive trail system coupled with boating in a beautiful
setting make the park special for all recreational users.
When visitors see Chatfield's beautiful rolling foothills, expansive
reservoir and abundant wildlife, they can't believe the park is
just outside the Denver metro area. Yet, Chatfield is one of the
most complete parks in Colorado. The park includes camping, a full-service
livery, miles of hiking and biking trails, a popular lake, the
Chatfield marina and one of the most popular hot-air balloon launch
areas on the Front Range. With nearly 1.5 million visitors annually,
Chatfield has a lot of admirers. The park is popular for its relaxed
environment and beautiful views of the nearby foothills. Great
blue herons nest at Chatfield from March through September in the
heronry on the south side of the park. Come out to this delightful
retreat for great camping, boating and fishing.
Directions - From Denver, take Wadsworth Blvd.
(Colorado Highway 121) south past C-470, and turn left into the
Park at the Deer Creek entrance. As an alternate route, take Santa
Fe Blvd. south to Titan Parkway, turn west on Titan Parkway
to Roxborough Park Road, and turn north to the Plum Creek entrance.
Chatfield State Park
11500 N Roxborough Park Road
Littleton, CO 80125
(303) 791-7275 (phone) chatfield.park@state.co.us (e-mail)
Concessionaires at Chatfield State Park North Shore Marina 303-791-5555 Chatfield Stables 303-933-3636
Swim Beach, Candy Man Food Services 303-973-9310
