Cordillera, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cordillera, Colorado
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 Cordillera, Colorado
Location in Colorado
Cordillera, Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  State of Colorado |
| County | Eagle County |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code |
Edwards CO 81632
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| Website | http://cordilleraliving.com |
Cordillera is a special kind of community located in Eagle County, Colorado, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own city government like a town or city would. Even though the main post office for Cordillera is in Edwards, Cordillera actually has its own local post office too!
There are about 900 homes in Cordillera. This area is divided into different neighborhoods, each with its own unique feel. Some of these neighborhoods include the [Summit], [Ranch], and [Divide]. Even though they look different, all these neighborhoods are part of one friendly community.
Residents of Cordillera can enjoy many cool things to do. There's a private [equestrian center] and [Bearcat Stables] where you can go horseback riding on trails. You'll also find miles of trails perfect for hiking and biking. If you like swimming, there's an outdoor pool and a [fitness center] with an indoor pool and exercise classes.
For winter fun, there's a private ski club and a shuttle bus to take skiers to the slopes. You can also enjoy Nordic skiing on special tracks. If you love golf, Cordillera has three [golf courses]. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy a private section for [fly fishing] on the Eagle River, plus five ponds stocked with fish. In winter, there's an outdoor ice skating rink, and in summer, kids can join a fun day camp.
Cordillera is a gated community, which means it has extra security. It offers 24-hour [public safety] services, maintenance for trails and streets, and even a place to store RVs. They also handle other [community operations] to keep everything running smoothly.
Geography
Cordillera is located at 39°38′33″N 106°38′41″W / 39.64250°N 106.64472°W. These numbers are like a special address on a map, telling us exactly where Cordillera is in the world.
