Welcome to Larkspur
The Town of Larkspur is a hidden gem within Colorado. Located between Castle Rock and the Tri-Lakes area it provides its residents a nestled community along the I-25 corridor.
Government
The Town of Larkspur is a Home Rule Municipality of ~205 residents. Services offered include administration, utilities, water and wastewater, art and recreation, public works and planning. Larkspur also partners with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Larkspur Fire Protection District in providing emergency services to the community. Larkspur real estate is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery with fairly close proximity to neighboring cities such as Denver and Colorado Springs.
Out and About
Social activities within the Town include the annual Colorado Renaissance Festival and the Jellystone Park at Larkspur. Visitors may also enjoy the 17-mile Colorado Front Range Trail that provides an outdoor experience through hiking, walking or cross-country skiing. The Larkspur Community Park is another location where residents and visitors experience the splendor of its amenities through scheduled events and private gatherings.
Business
The Town of Larkspur has a variety of local businesses that are supported through the Larkspur Chamber of Commerce. The Town partners with the Chamber in providing social events and economic opportunities to its residents and visitors.
Larkspur Vision Statement
Larkspur is a small friendly town in Colorado that works together by:
• Fostering a Government of Integrity that Responds to its People
• Directing Future Growth within Larkspur´s Small Town Values
• Providing Community Facilities and Activities for All Ages and,
• Preserving the Natural Environment that is Unique to the Larkspur Area.
What is Larkspur, CO Known for?
The town of Larkspur is home to the Colorado Renaissance Festival, held every week in the summertime. This small city, which is located in the foothills in between Denver and Colorado Springs, also offers natural splendor with hiking and camping.
Is the Town of Larkspur, CO a Good Place to Live?
The small town of Larkspur is a peaceful place to live with a low crime rate that is 86% safer than other Colorado cities. You can easily travel to surrounding cities such as Denver and Colorado Springs, then come back home to the tranquility of Larkspur.
When was Larkspur, Colorado Founded?
Founded in 1869, the town of Larkspur was born from a community known as Huntsville, which once lay approximately one mile north of present day Larkspur.
Is Larkspur, CO a City or Town?
With a small population of around 200, Larkspur is technically a town. It is a home rule municipality, meaning governing power comes from the county or municipality rather than the state of Colorado.
We invite you to visit our beloved community whether for business or pleasure. But be warned, those who experience Larkspur tend to identify as Larkspurians whether for a weekend or year-round!
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