Welcome to Castle Rock
A beautiful community with vast open spaces surrounded by the mountains
When I first moved to Colorado, I moved to Castle Rock on the beautiful Bell Mountain Ranch. It was a five acre property in a horse community. Castle Rock was a tiny town of less than 40,000 people. Since that time, the population has nearly doubled in size. I love to see how Castle Rock has grown, including the addition of
Festival Park. Festival Park is the home of concerts, yoga and the farmer's market.
Castle Rock is the county seat of Douglas County and has so much to offer. There are numerous hikes and open spaces. The community has added so much in the are of food and shopping, with restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries. There are also recreational centers and the
Mac Incline.
Art is well-loved by the community of Castle Rock, where you’ll see paintings and photography prominently displayed. The area is known for being a wine hub in Colorado and the site of
Castle Rock WineFest.
What to Love
The thing I love the most about Castle Rock is coming over the hill and seeing the amazing view. After over a decade, the view never gets old. While shopping at the Sam's Club or taking a walk, the mountain views are a sight to behold. Castle Rock is a great place for families and you will often see kiddos playing sports all year round. I loved seeing the deer out my front door and the slow pace of Castle Rock.
- Great place for anyone who enjoys outdoor recreation
- Tons of options for dining, shopping, and entertainment
- Rural community with a short commute to the big city
Local Lifestyle
The locals of Castle Rock are blessed with breathtaking views of the meadows of Colorado with mountains in the backdrop. The schools in the area are some of the best in Colorado, with high graduation rates and excellent test scores. There is tons of outdoor recreation space to enjoy the beautiful climate of Colorado.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Castle Rock has world class shopping, including the
Outlets at Castle Rock. In addition to shopping, the Outlets has events including car shows, winter concerts and various fundraising events.
Anyone looking to furnish their home with luxurious goods should stop by
The Barn. The furnishings have an antique and vintage style, making any home feel classic. Many of the styles presented at The Barn are trending styles worldwide.
A great shopping center is
The Emporium, which houses over 60 local stores. The shops range from clothing boutiques to craft goods stores. This beautiful venue also has an excellent location for weddings and other special occasions.
An excellent place for Italian cuisine is
Siena at the Courtyard, which serves fresh and seasonal items. The wine list has a little taste of everything, including locally-crafted wines. Patrons can’t go wrong with oven-bricked pizzas or baked pasta.
Scileppi’s at the Old Store Church is a beautiful Italian restaurant that occupies an old cathedral built in 1888. In this elegant atmosphere, the dishes at Scileppils will have any guests returning over and over again. Highly-regarded favorites from the menu are the lasagna, stuffed Portobello Caprese, and the Frutta di mare.
Things to Do
Castle Rock is filled with adventure at the Miller recreation center, including the Mac incline,
ziplining, an indoor pools and various exercise classes.
An annual event in Castle Rock is the
Douglas County Fair and Rodeo, a week-long family-friendly rodeo entertainment. Beyond the rodeo show, the event hosts live music and vendors with delights for everyone. Attractions and craft galleries are set up around the fair and rodeo that can be enjoyed all week long.
During the winter holidays in Castle Rock, locals can enjoy the
Castle Rock Starlighting in the Historic Wilcox Square. Tons of activities are set up to entertain children while food and drink vendors sell their treats. Carolers and dancing take place all day long.
Held in the Phillip S. Miller Park, the
Summer Concert Series brings outstanding performers to the Castle Rock area. With great shows and lights in the beautiful open spaces of Castel Rock, it would be hard for anyone to pass on the Summer Concert Series. The series takes place throughout several venues providing a variety of shows so that partakers can enjoy the music of their choice.
A superb location in Castle Rock for outdoor adventures is
Ridgeline Open Space. Here, 13.5 miles of paved and unpaved trails run through the open space. The open space is a gorgeous place for wildlife, especially birdwatching.
Schools
The schools available to the students of Castle Rock are top choices with strong graduation rates. Douglas County School District serves Castle Rock. Douglas County schools are some of the best in the nation. Students have world class sports that produce exceptional athletes. Students may attend:
Castle Rock is home to amazing properties. You can find multi-acre horse properties, 30 acre homes in gated communities and properties with more of a western feel. There are also properties near the golf course on
Red Hawk Golf Course. Castle Rock is also the home to senior communities with various amenities.
