On northern slope of Pike National Forest, this rural area just south of Denver is a quiet nook in one of the state´s fastest growing counties. Neighborhoods and ranch properties intertwine and situated on an acre or more of treed property to make up this changing community. While the town may be short on amenities for visitors, it´s long on views of the dramatic Front Range foothills and gorgeous country landscape make Larkspur a wonderful place to call home.
Larkspur comes to life each summer (mid June through early August) during its annual Renaissance Festival. Wooded grounds are transformed into a 16th-century village, complete with costumed actors, period crafts and food. A family favorite, the festival´s live entertainment lineup includes jousting sessions, comedy works, magic shows and mimes.
Another attraction in Larkspur is the 18-hole Bear Dance Golf Course. The course includes a luxurious clubhouse, restaurant, lounge and pro shop. It´s also home to the impressive Colorado Professional Golf Association Historical Center, a collection of exhibits on the history of golf in the nation´s highest state. On the outskirts of Larkspur are a few lodging facilities at local ranch-style B&Bs. Outlet mall shopping is available just a few miles south at the Prime Outlet Mall in Castle Rock.
Elevation: 6724 feet
County: Douglas
Land area: 1.3 square miles
Zip code: 80118
Nearest city with pop. 50,000+: Highlands Ranch, CO (22.7 miles, pop. 70,931).
Nearest city with pop. 200,000+: Colorado Springs, CO (25.9 miles, pop. 360,890).
Nearest city with pop. 1,000,000+: Phoenix, AZ (632.1 miles, pop. 1,321,045).
Nearest cities: Perry Park, CO (7.2 miles), Palmer Lake, CO (8.0 miles), Woodmoor, CO (8.5 miles), Monument, CO (10.2 miles), Castle Rock, CO (10.9 miles), Gleneagle, CO (13.1 miles), Sedalia, CO (15.6 miles), Castle Pines, CO (16.3 miles).
Industries providing employment: Construction (15.4%), Educational,health and social services (14.6%), Transportation and warehousing,and utilities (12.3%), Retail trade (11.5%).
Average weather in Larkspur, Colorado Based on data reported by over 4,000 weather stations
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average temp. (°F) 28.4 31.9 37.8 44.6 53.8 63.3 69.1 67.4 59.2 48.7 36.2 29.5 High temperature (°F) 44.0 47.1 52.5 59.0 68.1 78.9 84.7 82.7 75.1 65.4 51.5 44.8 Low temperature (°F) 12.8 16.6 23.0 30.2 39.4 47.8 53.4 52.0 43.2 31.9 20.8 14.3 Precipitation (in) 0.6 0.6 1.6 2.1 2.6 1.9 2.2 2.2 1.3 1.1 1.1 0.8
Normal climate around Larkspur, Colorado Based on data reported by main weather stations
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Days with precip. 5 5 7 8 10 10 13 12 7 5 4 4 Wind speed (mph) 9.4 10.0 11.1 11.6 11.2 10.4 9.3 8.9 9.4 9.5 9.4 9.3 Morning humidity (%) 58 59 62 63 68 67 69 71 67 59 61 57 Afternoon humidity (%) 46 40 39 35 37 35 39 43 38 37 46 49 Sunshine (%) 73 73 73 73 72 77 78 77 79 78 70 69 Days clear of clouds 12 9 9 8 7 10 9 10 14 15 12 12 Partly cloudy days 8 8 9 10 12 12 15 13 8 8 8 8 Cloudy days 11 11 13 12 12 8 7 8 7 8 10 11 Snowfall (in) 5.2 4.8 9.2 6.6 1.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.0 3.4 5.4 5.1
Hospitals/medical centers near Larkspur: CENTURA HLTH/PENROSE ST FRANCIS HOSP (about 25 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 27 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) SEMPERCARE HOSPITAL OF COLO SPRINGS (about 28 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO)
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Larkspur: CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS MUNI (about 32 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO; ID: COS) BUCKLEY AFB (about 34 miles; AURORA, CO; ID: BKF) DENVER INTL (about 46 miles; DENVER, CO; ID: DEN) Other public-use airports nearest to Larkspur: CENTENNIAL (about 24 miles; DENVER, CO; ID: APA) MEADOW LAKE (about 30 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO; ID: 00V) AURORA AIRPARK (about 38 miles; AURORA, CO; ID: 01V)
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Larkspur: UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY (about 16 miles; USAFA, CO; Full-time enrollment: 4,330) UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT COLORADO SPRINGS (about 22 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO; FT enrollment: 4,953) UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-COLORADO CAMPUS (about 22 miles; LONE TREE, CO; FT enrollment: 3,098) PIKES PEAK COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 31 miles; COLORADO SPRINGS, CO; FT enrollment: 5,307) COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA (about 36 miles; AURORA, CO; FT enrollment: 2,219) EMILY GRIFFITH OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL (about 37 miles; DENVER, CO; FT enrollment: 3,083) RED ROCKS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 37 miles; LAKEWOOD, CO; FT enrollment: 3,835)
Public primary/middle school in Larkspur:
LARKSPUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 305; Location: 1103 WEST PERRY PARK AVENUE; Grades: KG - 06)
