Highlands Ranch

The Hearth, Highlands Ranch Neighborhood

The Hearth offers a peaceful and calm environment with quiet streets ideal for relaxation and tranquility. The neighborhood features predominantly single detached homes and row houses built mostly after the year 2000, providing modern design and spacious layouts. There are convenient bike lanes throughout, supporting an efficient way to navigate around the area. Access to primary schools is straightforward from every location, enhancing daily convenience. Nearby neighborhoods offer easy access to well-maintained parks, perfect for outdoor recreation. Parking availability is plentiful, making car travel throughout the neighborhood hassle-free and convenient for residents seeking accessibility.

The character of The Hearth is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. This area is wonderful for those who like quiet surroundings, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, it is very easy to get to parks from most locations in the neighborhood since there are about 20 of them close by for residents to unwind in.

Highlights of The Hearth

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Paintbrush Park

Nestled within The Hearth, Paintbrush Park offers residents beautifully maintained sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas, making it a central hub for neighborhood gatherings, youth sports, and outdoor family fun.

🏫 Rocky Heights Middle School

Situated right in The Hearth, Rocky Heights Middle School is part of the top-rated Douglas County School District, known for its strong academics, excellent extracurricular options, and walkable convenience for local students.

🍽️ Shops at Highland Walk

Located just minutes from The Hearth, the Highland Walk retail area features casual eateries, coffee shops, and essential services, providing an easy dining and shopping destination for neighborhood residents.

🛒 King Soopers at Wildcat Reserve Pkwy

This neighborhood grocery anchor is centrally located for The Hearth, offering fresh groceries, a pharmacy, and other conveniences, making it an essential stop for daily errands without leaving the community.

🚴 Southridge Recreation Center

Found at the edge of The Hearth on Wildcat Reserve Parkway, the Southridge Recreation Center boasts fitness facilities, indoor pools, tennis courts, and a packed calendar of community programs, all just a quick walk or bike ride away.

The Hearth

This October in The Hearth

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

October 3, 2026

Renew the Ranch Community Open Space Cleanup

Designated Highlands Ranch open space areas • 9:00 AM–11:00 AM

This hands-on volunteer event gives Hearth residents a convenient way to improve the natural spaces they use for walking, biking, and family outings. It is a low-key, community-minded Saturday activity and a good opportunity to meet neighbors while helping maintain Highlands Ranch’s open-space network.

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October 7, 2026

Spirits with the Spirits

Highlands Ranch Mansion • 6:30 PM–9:00 PM

This evening program at the historic Highlands Ranch Mansion offers local residents a seasonal way to enjoy the property after dark. It is especially appealing for adults and older teens looking for a distinctive, nearby October outing with local history, atmosphere, and Halloween-season character.

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October 8, 2026

Older Adult Health & Resource Expo

Highlands Ranch Senior Center • 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

The expo is a practical, close-to-home resource for older adults living in The Hearth and throughout Highlands Ranch. Residents can connect with health, wellness, and community-service providers in one afternoon, making it useful for seniors, caregivers, and family members helping relatives plan for healthy aging.

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October 19, 2026

October Program: A Virtual Tour of Roxborough State Park

Southridge Recreation Center, Upstairs Auditorium • 7:00 PM–8:30 PM

Presented by the Highlands Ranch Historical Society, this nearby program offers an engaging look at one of the region’s most distinctive natural landmarks without requiring an evening drive to the park. It is a strong fit for residents interested in local history, geology, photography, hiking, and Colorado’s landscape.

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October 24, 2026

Friends of the Highlands Ranch Senior Center Fall Craft Fair

Highlands Ranch Senior Center • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

The fall craft fair is an easy, family-friendly way for Hearth residents to shop locally and support programming at the Senior Center. Visitors can browse handmade goods, find seasonal gifts, and enjoy a relaxed community event that is particularly convenient for nearby residents and older adults.

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October 31, 2026

The Last Stop Halloween Event

Highlands Ranch Mansion • 6:30 PM–9:00 PM

This Halloween-night event at the Highlands Ranch Mansion gives local residents a memorable seasonal activity close to home. The historic setting adds atmosphere beyond a typical neighborhood celebration, making it a fun choice for adults, teens, and families seeking an organized October 31 outing in Highlands Ranch.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in The Hearth

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for The Hearth

Neighborhood Characteristics

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