Lone Tree, Colorado facts for kids
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Lone Tree, Colorado
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| City of Lone Tree | |
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Lone Tree Municipal Building
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| Motto(s):
"It's a great day to be in Lone Tree!"
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Location of the City of Lone Tree in Douglas County, Colorado
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 Lone Tree, Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Douglas County |
| Incorporated | 1996 |
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| • Type | Home rule municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 25.10 km2 (9.69 sq mi) |
| • Land | 25.10 km2 (9.69 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,813 m (5,948 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,253 |
| • Density | 567.85/km2 (1,470.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
80124
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| Area code(s) | Both 303 and 720 |
| FIPS code | 08-45955 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410864 |
The City of Lone Tree is a city in Colorado, United States. It is located in the northern part of Douglas County. Lone Tree is part of the larger Denver area. In 2020, about 14,253 people lived there.
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Where is Lone Tree?
Lone Tree is located in the northern part of Douglas County. It is right next to Arapahoe County. The city is about 18 miles (29 km) south of downtown Denver.
In 2017, Lone Tree added the land where the University of Colorado South Denver campus used to be. This area was once home to The Wildlife Experience. The city covers a total area of about 9.6 square miles (24.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Lone Tree has grown over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 4,873 | — | |
| 2010 | 10,218 | 109.7% | |
| 2020 | 14,253 | 39.5% | |
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- In 2000, about 4,873 people lived in Lone Tree.
- By 2010, the population grew to about 10,218 people.
- In 2020, the population was about 14,253 people.
Getting Around Lone Tree
It's easy to travel in and out of Lone Tree. The city has major highways and public transportation.
Highways for Driving
Interstate 25 (I-25) goes right through the city. You can get on or off I-25 at four different exits:
- Exit 192 (RidgeGate Parkway)
- Exit 193 (Lincoln Avenue)
- Exit 194 (C-470)
- Exit 195 (County Line Road)
Colorado State Highway 470 (C-470) also crosses through Lone Tree. Besides the I-25 exit, you can also access Lone Tree from C-470 at Yosemite Street.
Public Transportation Options
The RTD Bus & Rail train system has two lines, the E Line and R Line, that stop in Lone Tree. There are five train stations in the city:
- County Line Station
- Lincoln Station
- Sky Ridge Medical Center Station
- Lone Tree City Center Station
- Ridgegate Parkway Station (This is the last stop for these train lines.)
The Lone Tree Link is a free bus service. It runs along Park Meadows Drive on weekdays. This bus connects to Lincoln Station and four other stops in the city.
Fun Things to Do in Lone Tree
Lone Tree has many places for shopping, health, and outdoor activities.
Health and Fitness
Sky Ridge Medical Center is a hospital in Lone Tree. It has many different medical specialties. The hospital expanded a lot between 2013 and 2014. It is located near Yosemite Street.
For exercise, you can visit the Lone Tree Recreation Center. It has an indoor swimming pool and many gyms. You can also take different classes there.
Shopping and Entertainment
Lone Tree is home to Park Meadows, which is Colorado's biggest shopping mall. It has over 185 stores and restaurants. The mall looks like a mountain lodge. It is mostly indoors, but it also has an outdoor area called "The Vistas."
Outdoor Adventures
Lone Tree has a large golf course and hotel area. The city also has many trails for running and biking. These trails are great for both people who live there and visitors. The bluffs in the southern part of the city offer these trails, plus places for hiking.
Lone Tree is about 30 minutes away from Red Rocks. Red Rocks has more trails for hiking, biking, and running. It is also a famous outdoor concert venue. The city's location in the south Denver area means it's not far from Castle Rock, which has other fun activities.
Famous People from Lone Tree
- Gitanjali Rao is a young scientist. In 2020, Time magazine named her their first ever Kid of the Year.
See also
In Spanish: Lone Tree (Colorado) para niños
