Castle Rock in El Paso County, Colorado — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Rock Park

Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 6, 2023

1. Rock Park Marker

Inscription. The Town of Castle Rock is named after Rock Park, a historic natural landmark and perhaps the most visible open space property in Castle Rock. Since 1935, this important landmark has been famous for the annual starlighting ceremony. Rock Park became the first open space parcel in Town when concerned citizens fought for its protection from development in 1988.

Through the dedication of many volunteers, including Keepers of the Rock in partnership with Castle Rock Teen Court, Wildlands Restoration Volunteers, Eagle Scouts and local residents, this property and its trails have undergone numerous restoration and improvement projects over the years to provide you with a safe and enjoyable visit. Please respect any closed restoration areas, stay on the trail, and keep Rock Park wild!

Erected by the City of Castle Rock.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.

Location. 39° 22.896′ N, 104° 51.45′ W. Marker is in Castle Rock, Colorado, in El Paso County. Marker can be reached from Front Street, 0.2 miles north of Perry Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1470 Front St, Castle Rock CO 80104, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are

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within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. City Hotel (approx. half a mile away); Victoria’s House (approx. half a mile away); Keystone Hotel (approx. 0.6 miles away); Denver & Rio Grande Railroad Depot (approx. 0.6 miles away); Good Roads in Colorado / The Great North-South Highway (approx. 0.6 miles away); The Rock / Gray Gold (approx. 0.6 miles away); Founders Village (approx. 2½ miles away); Russellville - History of Franktown / Franktown Country - Timber Industry (approx. 5½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Castle Rock.

Also see . . . Wikipedia article on Castle Rock. (Submitted on September 10, 2023, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)

Rock Park Marker with the Castle Rock in background. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 6, 2023

2. Rock Park Marker with the Castle Rock in background.

Castle Rock butte image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 6, 2023

3. Castle Rock butte

The butte is at an elevation 6,590 feet and the prominence is about 370 feet.

This nearby plaque shows Castle Rock as a local Historic Landmark. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 6, 2023

4. This nearby plaque shows Castle Rock as a local Historic Landmark.

Tribute to Dennis Carnahan. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 6, 2023

5. Tribute to Dennis Carnahan.

The nearby marker is dedicated to the vision, commitment and countless hours of service that Dennis Carnahan has given to the Town and residents of Castle Rock as Crew Leader of the "Keepers of the Rock".

Credits. This page was last revised on September 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 10, 2023, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 66 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 10, 2023, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.