Overview
Castle Rock is a town of about 81,000 in the Denver Metropolitan Area of the western U.S. state of Colorado. The seat of Douglas County, the town lies 26 mi south-southeast of Denver.
2 sights · 1 things to do · 5 places to eat · 6 places to stay
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Best things about Castle Rock
Rock Park
Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum
Castle Rock Zip Line Tours
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 17°F. Wettest: May and Jul. (climate data from nearby Aurora)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DEN Denver International Airport, Denver — 35 mi away (major hub). Directions
- BJC Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Denver — 40 mi away. Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Rock Park, Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum
- Lunch Pegasus Restaurant
- Afternoon Castle Rock Zip Line Tours
- Dinner Guadalajara Restaurant
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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See
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Pegasus Restaurant
Excellent selection of international food.
Eat B & B Cafe
Breakfast and lunch only.
Sleep
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