Aurora-rampart Reservoir

Located in Douglas County, Colorado

This 1,300-acre reservoir in the open country of Roxborough State Park is perfect for prospective lake home builders and buyers looking for relaxation and peaceful fishing. Only 45 minutes outside of Denver, lake lovers can combine the amenities of the city with the serenity of the country in this one lake.

Fishing and Boating

Aurora-Rampart Reservoir does not currently have any fish, but canoers and kayakers will enjoy paddling around this small but picturesque lake looking over the Colorado plains.

National Parks and Attractions

This reservoir’s proximity to the Roxborough State Park makes it the perfect lake-home location for hikers and nature lovers. This beautiful piece of land is known for its magnificent red rock formations, stunning wildflowers, and diversity of wildlife. Be sure to snap a picture at Fountain Valley Overlook and Lyons overlook on your hike!

Those who love the outdoors in a more-refined setting can visit the Arrowhead Golf Course (6 minutes). With stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and verdant greens, golfers and those dining at the on-site restaurant On-the-Rocks Bar and Grill will be in pure heaven.

Denver has some amazing restaurant choices. For a fine dining experience, definitely consider Frasca Food and Wine (1 hour), known for its spectacular Italian/Friulian cuisine and atmosphere. Asian street food lovers should check out The Ginger Pig (43 minutes). And of course, you can never go wrong with The Family Jones Spirit House (45 minutes), an in-house brewing company that will leave you wanting more by the end of the night.

Lodging is best found in the Denver suburbs. Highland Park (20 minutes) houses a Hilton Garden Inn, a Staybridge Suites, and a Courtyard by Marriott.

Airports and Hospitals

The nearest airports to the Aurora-Rampart Reservoir are the Centennial Airport (KAPA) (33 minutes) for private flights and the Denver International Airport (1 hour) for private flights. The nearest airport offering commercial flights is the Duluth International Airport (1 hour).

The nearest hospital to help you with all of your medical needs is Littleton Adventist Hospital (23 minutes).

A Denver Escape

Want to experience all that the Mile High City has to offer but don’t want to deal with the constant traffic and noise? Be one of the first to take advantage of this prime piece of lake real estate and build your lake home on Aurora-Rampart Reservoir’s shores today!