At an Elevation of 6,200 feet above sea level, Red Rocks Park is in a unique transitional zone where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains. This diverse environment allows the visitor to see plants, birds and animals of both regions. Though they more often visit Red Rocks in winter, herds of deer are frequently seen in the park throughout the year. Occasionally a mountain lion from the hills searching for deer and other smaller animals is seen in the park.
Mule deer are another animal often spotted in Red Rocks Park.
These deer weigh up to 200 pounds. Their fur is a gray to rich reddish brown hue. These deer have large ears, similar to those of a mule. A potentially dangerous inhabitant of the park is the rattlesnake. Though they are seen more frequently in the summer months, rattlesnakes do take advantage of the rocks for sun bathing in the early spring and late fall.