Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Highlands Ranch: census designated place
About
Highlands Ranch is a CDP located in the county of Douglas in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Enjoying Family-Friendly Living in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Located just south of Denver, Highlands Ranch is an idyllic suburban community known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and family-friendly amenities.
Overview of Highlands Ranch
With a population of over 100,000 residents, Highlands Ranch spans over 31 square miles in Douglas County. It's situated between Chatfield Reservoir and Cherry Creek State Park. Highlands Ranch has dozens of spacious neighborhoods connected by miles of trails and open space.
Things to Do
Some of the top attractions and activities in Highlands Ranch include:
- Redstone Park - 60 acres of open space with ponds, trails, fields and playgrounds.
- Backcountry Wilderness Area - Over 1,000 acres of forests and meadows with hiking and horseback riding trails.
- Coffee Shops - The suburban community has great locally-owned coffee shops. Favorites include Red Rocks Cafe and Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters.
- The Farm House - Family-fun farm park with flower picking, tractor rides, pumpkin patch, and cafe.
- Commerce Town Center - Open-air shopping center with major retailers, restaurants, and a movie theater.
Family Living
Highlands Ranch offers high-ranking public schools in the Douglas County School District along with abundant kid-friendly amenities like pools, rec centers, and playgrounds. With its beautiful landscape and wealth of amenities, it's no wonder Highlands Ranch attracts so many families.
With scenic outdoor recreation paired with excellent suburban living, Highlands Ranch has something to offer all of its residents. The community provides a peaceful respite from the hustle of Denver.
Quick Facts about Highlands Ranch
| Population | 96,713 |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Douglas County |
| Postal code | 80163, 80126, 80130, 80129 |
| Phone Area Codes | 303, 720 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.12% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.88% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.5539,-104.9694 |
| Altitude | 19,423 feet / 5920 meters |
| Time Zone | UTC−07:00, Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:22:18 (22nd April 2026) |
| Weather | 52℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Highlands Ranch is located at 39°33'14"N 104°58'10"W (39.5538800, -104.9694300).
Highlands Ranch map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. South wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
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Official WebsitePeople born in Highlands Ranch (17)
People born in Highlands Ranch, including basketball player Matt Bouldin, Player of football Jesse Nading, soccer player Brian Cvilikas, .
More notable people
- Taylor Kemp (American soccer player) he was born in 23/07/1990
- Ariel Turner (American volleyball player) she was born in 01/08/1991
- Ty Capps (professional golfer) he was born in 27/09/1983
- Lauren Van Orden (American volleyball player) she was born in 02/05/1990
- David Arnold (American basketball player) he was born in 11/10/1990
- Graham Smith (American soccer player, born 1995) he was born in 09/04/1994
- Sam Jones (American football player) he was born in 21/02/1996
- Ryan Burr (American baseball player) he was born in 28/05/1994
- Jake Pemberton (American basketball player) he was born in 12/01/1996
- Jacob Lissek (soccer player) he was born in 17/08/1992
- Jordan DiBiasi (association football player) she was born in 28/10/1996
- Ingrid Andress (American country music singer) she was born in 21/09/1991
- Jaret Townsend (football player) he was born in 29/01/1998
- Luke McCaffrey
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Highlands Ranch, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 466161 | National American University-Centennial | Centennial (CO) | 80122-3157 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Highlands Ranch, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEB | Denver (Bus Station), Colorado | 1055 19th Street | BUS |
| DEN | Union Station | 1701 Wynkoop Street | RAIL |
| PJT | Pine Junction, CO | 76 Mount Evans Boulevard | BUS |
| BLD | Boulder, Colorado | 30th & Diagonal Highway | BUS |
| LGM | Longmont, Colorado | 623 Main St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Highlands Ranch.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial Post Office | Centennial (CO) | 80122 |
Other cities in Douglas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Douglas County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock | 70,567 | The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. |
| Parker | 58,673 | The most populous city in Douglas County, Colorado. |
| Castle Pines | 11,664 | City in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America |
| The Pinery | 10,517 | Census designated place |
| Roxborough Park | 9,099 | Census designated place |
| Stonegate | 8,962 | Census-designated place in Douglas County, Colorado |
| Acres Green | 3,007 | Census-designated place (CDP) in northern Douglas County, Colorado, United States |
| Perry Park | 1,646 | Census-designated place in Douglas County, Colorado |
| Carriage Club | 1,090 | Town |
| Larkspur | 203 | Human settlement in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Highlands Ranch distances to largest Colorado cities