Allenspark, CO
Allenspark is located in Boulder County, Colorado just 15 miles south of Estes Park; in northwest Boulder County within Roosevelt National Forest on the front range of the Colorado Rockies. The western edge of the community is the boundary of the Rocky Mountain National Park. It sits along a beautiful stretch of the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway which leads north 15 miles to Estes Park and east 19 miles to Lyons. The center of Allenspark is at an elevation of 8,500 feet (2,600 m) above sea level. In addition, Allenspark features easy access to a multitude of outdoor recreation opportunities including camping, hiking, fishing, horseback riding and cross country skiing in the winter. Local gems include St. Malo's Chapel on the Rock and The Old Gallery.