Park County

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Park County offers a one-of-a-kind Colorado experience. With a population of just over 17,000 residents, Park County is known for its vast landscapes, rich history, and unmatched access to the great outdoors. The county seat is Fairplay, a historic mountain town that captures the charm and authenticity of Colorado’s mining-era past.

A Place Rooted in History and Nature

Named after the expansive region known as South Park, the county has deep roots dating back to the days of early trappers and fur traders. Today, Park County remains a place where heritage meets natural beauty, and where adventure seekers, history lovers, and solitude-seekers alike feel right at home.

Much of the county lies within the South Park National Heritage Area, a federally recognized region dedicated to preserving the cultural and environmental legacy of this iconic mountain basin.

Geography & Natural Wonders

Covering 2,211 square miles, Park County offers dramatic mountain ranges, rolling meadows, pristine rivers, and alpine lakes.

✔️ 2,194 square miles of land and only 0.8% water, providing endless space for exploration
✔️ Home to the geographic center of the state of Colorado
✔️ Headwaters of the South Platte River begin right here in Park County
✔️ Surrounded by national forests, public lands, and recreational opportunities in every direction

Whether you’re hiking high-alpine trails, fishing in cold mountain streams, or taking a scenic drive across South Park, you’ll experience the untamed side of Colorado in Park County.

Part of the Denver Metro Region

Despite its rugged feel, Park County is part of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood Metropolitan Statistical Area, providing convenient access to Colorado’s Front Range cities—while still offering the peace, quiet, and space that only the high country can deliver.

Whether you’re looking to live, visit, invest, or explore, Park County welcomes you to slow down, spread out, and reconnect with the land.