Castle Rock is a charming small town with big city comforts; there really is something for everyone. Castle Rock is ideally situated between the high plains and the foothills of the magnificent Rocky Mountains between Denver and Colorado Springs. A short 30-minute drive north or south links Castle Rock to Colorado's two major centers of commerce!
Castle Rock has a population of 20,224 residents with a median age of 31.9 years of age. The median household income is $64,138. 41.6% are employed in management, professional and related occupations, while 32% are employed in sales and office, construction and service industries. Some attractions include the International PGA Golf Tournament, Renaissance Festival, Castle Rock Factory Shops, Art Fest, and the Douglas County Fair.
In addition to a town recreation center, there are numerous baseball and softball fields with playgrounds and picnic areas, swimming pools, world-class golf courses, numerous public and private tennis courts and bike paths. During all times of the year, the city’s Recreation Department conducts recreational leagues in many different sports, including basketball, volleyball and softball.
The retail districts include historic Wilcox Square, Village Shopping Center, Plum Creek Center, Mile-Stone Center, the Wal-Mart Super Center, and the Prime Outlet Mall, with over 100 stores.
There are dozens of riding clubs, breed organizations and youth groups with facilities in and around Castle Rock that cater to all types of equestrian interests. For the past 10 years, Douglas County has been the number one horse county in the United States. Today, Douglas County is the center of a population that understands and supports the horse industry with enthusiasm. High Prairie Farms is a world-class competition facility, hosting 24 events each year.
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