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Historic and well-known neighborhood in the mountains
Originally founded as a mining community in the 1860s, Allenspark quickly grew into a tourism town by the 1900s with a mountain landscape, rustic cabins and endless views. The neighborhood sits on a high meadow, deep in the Rocky Mountain National Forest’s Wild Basin Area, providing ample outdoor recreation. Thick ponderosa pine trees create a secluded atmosphere, while Colorado state Highway 7 provides access to nearby towns. “It is its own neat little community, and it feels private,” says Real Estate Associate Elizabeth Lanning with RE/MAX Mountain Brokers. “It’s the best of both worlds because you’re in the woods but it’s only 20 minutes to Lyons or Estes Park.”
Downtown Estes Park has a quaint, small-town feel with a variety of unique shops and galleries.
Allenspark sits at an elevation of approximately 8,500 feet, giving it stunning mountain views.
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Mountain trails and outdoor adventure
Several mountains surround Allenspark, while multiple creeks flow through it. As part of the Rocky Mountain National Forest, the neighborhood provides access to several mountain trails for hiking, backpacking and camping with a permit. “There are trailheads up and down the highway coming in and out of Allenspark, so there’s a lot to do,” Lanning says. Copeland Falls Trail leads to a cascading waterfall along Saint Vrain Creek, while Sandbeach Lake Trail winds past a handful of backcountry campsites to get to its namesake water source. Saint Vrain Mountain Trail grants access to Indian Peaks Wilderness and allows horseback riding. The Bunce Trail is wide enough for all-terrain vehicles to explore.
Closer to the community, there is a scenic overlook of Mount Meeker, along Highway 7. There’s also the Olive Ridge Campground, just past Fox Creek, with 56 campsites. The area accommodates everything from tents to campers, trailers and recreational vehicles (RVs). Camp Saint Malo and Saint Catherine’s Chapel on the Rock is a Catholic church and designated historic site that’s built on a large rock formation. The stone chapel was built in 1935 and has been a destination for religious retreats. In fact, Pope St. John Paul II visited the church in for World Youth Day in 1993.
There are plenty of camping spots around Allenspark, including Olive Ridge Campground.
Allenspark has a quiet charm, proximity to nature, and access to the beautiful Rocky Mountains.
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Traditional and modern cabins in the woods
Homes in Allenspark are clustered along various country roads that branch off Highway 7 and wind throughout the mountainside. Tall pine and aspen trees separate houses, creating a sense of seclusion. Multi-story mountain homes are common, with cabin-inspired features such as wooden siding, decks, front porches and wall-to-ceiling windows. These properties range from 2,000 to 3,000 square feet and cost $625,000 to $750,000. Eclectic log cabins can also be found in the neighborhood for $725,000 to $995,000. Sprawling ranch-style homes share similar prices.
There are also single-story cabins built from the 1910s to 1960s with wooden exteriors, slanted roofs and stone chimneys, meant to mimic the original cabins of the neighborhoods first settlers. Spanning 400 to 600 square feet, prices range between $325,000 and $725,000, depending on age and condition.
Due to its higher elevation, Allenspark experiences cooler temperatures, even in the summer.
Allenspark attracts people looking for a more secluded mountain living lifestyle.
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Allenspark’s local dives and nearby shopping outlets
Allenspark has a town center with a handful of commercial businesses. Tree Huggers Trading Company is a locally owned gift shop that sells clothing and artisan products. Meadow Mountain Café serves breakfast dishes, while Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria has slavery slices and beer on tap. Other outposts from smaller communities along Highway 7 include The Grill Guy, which crafts specialty burgers, and Tahosa Coffee House. Ferncliff Food & Fuel is a grocery store with local produce and ready-to-eat meals.
For more options, Estes Park is about 11 miles away. “You can get just about everything you need in Estes. There are clothing stores, restaurants and all the necessary items,” Lanning says. Twin Owl Steakhouse provides a fine dining experience, while Casa Colina keeps it casual with modern Mexican cuisine. In the Stanley Village Shopping Mall, there’s a Safeway and Dollar Tree. Downtown Estes Park is lined with other unique shops and restaurants, while the city’s other commercial spaces have well known retailers.
Estes Park is a well-known mountain town that serves as the eastern gateway to the National Park
At Ferncliff Food and Fuel, in Allenspark, you can get pizza, snacks and gas.
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Getting educated at Estes Park schools
Children living in Allenspark can attend schools within the Estes Park School District R-3. Estes Park K-5 School earns a C-plus grade from Niche. Estes Park Middle School maintains a B-minus and offers STEAM electives. Estes Park High School earns a B grade and provides career and technical education programs in agriculture, construction and information technology. There’s also a Pathways to Teaching (P-TEACH) curriculum. “Parents seem to be happy with the schools here. They have a good arts program,” Lanning says.
At Estes Park K-5, students enjoy diverse programs and extracurricular activities.
Estes Park Middle School encourages community involvement and leadership skills.
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Traveling in and out of Allenspark
Allenspark’s expansive landscape follows Colorado state Highway 7 as it winds through the Rocky Mountain National Forest. As the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, it takes commuters north, about 16 miles to Estes Park, or east, roughly 19 miles to Lyons. The highway also connects to Peak to Peak Highway in the south. Most of the residential roads in Allenspark are unpaved and dirt or gravel.
Allenspark is a peaceful escape for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.
Downtown Estes Park has a bus system running all day providing service all over town.
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Potential effects of mountain living
Unique environmental challenges may come with mountain living, and Allenspark is no exception. The miles of forestry and open land may be a risk of potential wildfires. The Allenspark Fire Protection District provides emergency fire and medical services to the area. There are five stations located throughout the neighborhood that are operated by volunteers. Additionally, the multiple creeks flowing through Allenspark may be susceptible to potential flooding when the area experiences heavy rain.
Locals and visitors alike enjoy the slower pace of life in Allenspark, Colorado.
Allenspark is a small, scenic mountain community located in Boulder County, Colorado.
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On average, homes in Allenspark, Estes Park sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Allenspark, Estes Park over the last 12 months is $543,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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