Larkspur, Colorado
Town · Population 223 · #233 in Colorado
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About Larkspur
Set in the central part of Colorado, Larkspur is a tiny community with an estimated population of 223.
Officially, Larkspur is an incorporated town — local government on a neighborly scale. The community covers 1.59 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 140 residents per square mile.
📰 Larkspur News Today
- Gyrocopter pilot dies 5 days after crash near Larkspur, Colorado CBS News · Jul 30
- Pilot of small helicopter dies after Denver-area crash; witness says engine stopped midflight The Denver Post · Aug 7
- Ultralight helicopter crashes in Larkspur; pilot seriously injured Colorado Springs Gazette · Jul 13
- 'That fire could happen here': Larkspur fire chief shares experience helping to contain Aspen Acres fire Denver7 · Jul 12
- Gyrocopter pilot dies 5 days after crash near Larkspur, Colorado CBS News · Jul 30
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Larkspur Unique
- Part of the fabric of Colorado — one of 482 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Larkspur
- Charrito's House — mexican
- Larkspur Pizzaria & Cafe — italian
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Colorado Renaissance Festival · Theme park
- Camel and Llama Rides · Attraction
- Children's Realm · Zoo
- Dungeon Museum · Museum
- Elephant Experience · Attraction
- Maze · Attraction
- Yogi Bear's Water Zone · Water park
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Larkspur
- Larkspur Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Larkspur
- Larkspur Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateColorado
TypeTown
Population (2024)223
Rank in state#233 of 271
Land area1.59 sq mi
Density140/sq mi
Coordinates39.2296, -104.8857