Map of Park County, Colorado - Where is Located & List of Cities

Map of Park County - Park County is a county located in the U.S. state of Colorado. Park County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Park County located in the map, major cities in Park county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Park County, Colorado

Map of Park County, Colorado

Park County is a county located in the U.S. state of Colorado. It's county seat is Fairplay. As per 2020 census, the population of Park County is 17720 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 2,209.36 sq mi (5,722 km2). Park County was established on -13938.

Park County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateColorado
County SeatFairplay
Largest City/TownFairplay
Established1861
Total Area2,211 sq mi (5,726 sq km)
Land Area2,194 sq mi (5,682 sq km)
Water Area17 sq mi (44 sq km)
Population17,390 (Census 2020)
Population Density7.9 people per sq mi
Time ZoneMountain Time Zone (MST/MDT)
Major HighwaysUS Highway 285, US Highway 24, State Highway 9
Major RiversSouth Platte River, Tarryall Creek
Neighboring CountiesJefferson County, Clear Creek County, Summit County, Lake County, Chaffee County, Fremont County, Teller County
Famous ForSouth Park basin, mountain recreation, gold mining history, and scenic alpine landscapes
Top AttractionsSouth Park City Museum, Kenosha Pass, Eleven Mile State Park, Mount Lincoln
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Park County, Colorado

Park County is located in central Colorado in the United States and was established in 1861 as one of the original counties of the Colorado Territory. The county seat and largest town is Fairplay. The county is known for mountain scenery, historic mining towns, high-altitude valleys, fishing streams, and recreation in the South Park basin region.

Cities and Communities in Park County, Colorado

City/TownPopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Fairplay (county seat)72439.2247°N, 106.0019°W
Alma29639.2869°N, 106.0628°W
Bailey9,00039.4069°N, 105.4731°W
Como43439.3158°N, 105.8928°W
JeffersonHistoric community39.3600°N, 105.8497°W
HartselHistoric community39.0192°N, 105.7958°W
Guffey nearby areaMountain community38.7517°N, 105.5228°W
Lake George areaRecreation region39.0164°N, 105.4617°W

Golf Courses in Park County, Colorado

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Breckenridge Golf ClubBreckenridge nearby39.5142°N, 106.0328°W
Mount Massive Golf CourseLeadville nearby39.2522°N, 106.3139°W
Evergreen Golf CourseEvergreen nearby39.6339°N, 105.3178°W

Roads and Highways in Park County, Colorado

Major highways connect the county to mountain recreation areas and central Colorado communities.

  • US Highway 285 - major north-south highway connecting Fairplay with Denver and Buena Vista
  • US Highway 24 - route linking South Park with Colorado Springs and Leadville regions
  • Colorado State Highway 9 - scenic highway connecting Fairplay with Breckenridge and Cañon City

Neighboring Counties of Park County

  • Jefferson County (northeast)
  • Clear Creek County (north)
  • Summit County (northwest)
  • Lake County (west)
  • Chaffee County (southwest)
  • Fremont County (south)
  • Teller County (southeast)

Top Attractions in Park County, Colorado

The county offers a mix of scenic, historical, and outdoor recreation attractions.

  • South Park City Museum - restored mining-era museum complex in Fairplay
  • Kenosha Pass - scenic mountain pass known for hiking and autumn aspen views
  • Eleven Mile State Park - boating, fishing, and camping destination
  • Mount Lincoln and Mosquito Range - hiking and alpine recreation area
  • South Platte River headwaters - fishing and rafting opportunities
  • Como Historic Railroad District - preserved railroad and mining heritage area
  • Tarryall Reservoir recreation area - fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing
  • Boreas Pass Scenic Road nearby - historic railroad route and mountain scenery
  • Pike National Forest recreation areas - hiking, camping, and off-road trails
  • Hoosier Pass - scenic mountain crossing between Park and Summit counties
  • Buffalo Peaks Wilderness nearby - wilderness hiking and backpacking destination
  • Gold panning and historic mining sites - attractions tied to Colorado Gold Rush history

Distance from Park County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Fairplay to Breckenridge (Summit County), Colorado - 23 mi (37 km)
  • Fairplay to Buena Vista (Chaffee County), Colorado - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Fairplay to Denver (Denver County), Colorado - 85 mi (137 km)
  • Fairplay to Colorado Springs (El Paso County), Colorado - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Fairplay to Leadville (Lake County), Colorado - 61 mi (98 km)
  • Fairplay to Aspen (Pitkin County), Colorado - 122 mi (196 km)
  • Fairplay to Vail (Eagle County), Colorado - 70 mi (113 km)
  • Fairplay to Cañon City (Fremont County), Colorado - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Fairplay to Grand Junction (Mesa County), Colorado - 234 mi (377 km)
  • Fairplay to Gunnison (Gunnison County), Colorado - 122 mi (196 km)
  • Fairplay to Fort Collins (Larimer County), Colorado - 146 mi (235 km)
  • Fairplay to Moab (Grand County), Utah - 330 mi (531 km)

FAQs about Park County

Where is Park County located?

Park County is located in central Colorado within the Rocky Mountains and South Park basin region of the United States.

What is the population of Park County?

The population of Park County was 17,390 according to the Census 2020.

What is Park County known for?

Park County is known for mountain scenery, gold mining history, outdoor recreation, and the South Park basin.

What are the major highways in Park County?

The county is served by US Highway 285, US Highway 24, and Colorado State Highway 9.

What are the top attractions in Park County?

Popular attractions include South Park City Museum, Kenosha Pass, Eleven Mile State Park, and Mount Lincoln.

References

  1. QuickFacts - U.S. Census Bureau
  2. United States Census Bureau
  3. United States Geological Survey (USGS)
  4. National Geodetic Survey
  5. Official Website