Why Live in Ken Caryl
Ken Caryl, a neighborhood in Littleton, Denver, spans 4,800 acres of open space and features 45 miles of private trails, providing residents with a unique outdoor experience. Located 19 miles from downtown Denver, it is situated between the Red Rock Mountains of the South Valley and downtown Denver. The area includes a mix of 1970s ranch-style homes and 1980s craftsman-style houses, with modern craftsman homes south of Chatfield Avenue. Local attractions include South Valley Park, a 909-acre space with mountain biking trails and rock formations, and the Ken Caryl Ranch Community Park, which offers soccer fields, baseball diamonds, and a playground. The Ken Caryl Equestrian Center provides bridle trails, while the Ken Caryl Disc Golf Course has nine holes for practice. The Ken Caryl Ranch Community Center offers fitness facilities, and Chatfield State Park, 3 miles southeast, features 26 miles of trails and a 1,500-acre lake.
Highly rated schools in the area include Shaffer Elementary, Falcon Bluffs Middle School, and Chatfield Senior High School. For dining, residents can enjoy craft beers at Lariat Lodge Brewing Company or Italian cuisine at Virgilio's Pizzeria. Grocery shopping is convenient with King Soopers and Safeway nearby. Community events like the Community Garage Sale, Food Truck Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Rockin' in the Ranch, and Movie in the Park foster a strong sense of community. Ken Caryl is well-connected, with Colorado State Route 470 on its western border, providing access to Lakewood, downtown Denver, and Denver International Airport.
