Highlands Ranch, Colorado travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Highlands Ranch is an unincorporated community of about 105,000 in the Denver Metropolitan Area of the U.S. state of Colorado. The residential suburb lies south of Denver in Douglas County.

2 sights · 2 things to do

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Best things about Highlands Ranch

Chatfield State Park

Denver Area Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Grounds open to the public. The temple is open only to members by appointment.

Highlands Ranch Mansion

Daniels Park

Denver Mountain Park set on a high mesa, this 1,000-acre park has a rustic shelter, views of canyons, and roaming American Bison (Buffalo).

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 18°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: May and Jul. (climate data from nearby Denver)

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.
BJC Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Denver — 26 mi away. Directions
DEN Denver International Airport, Denver — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

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 Denver Area Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Highlands Ranch Mansion
Afternoon Daniels Park, Chatfield State Park

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder