South Denver Area T he Denver area boasts a vibrant and balanced economy, the over 300 days of sunshine each year, the abundant outdoor recreational opportunities of the nearby Rocky Mountains, and a wealth of cultural opportunities. This area caters to families. A mong the newer housing areas, Highlands Ranch is a nationally acclaimed Mission Viejo development. Other major housing developments include Roxborough Village and Roxborough Park, and Grant Ranch in the southwest, and Lone Tree and Piney Creek in the southeast. Many other favorable areas abound.
T here are several golf courses in the area.
The big Arrowhead Golf Course is at the Roxborough area. Grant Ranch has the Raccoon Creek Golf Course. The south central area has the Links Golf Course at Lone Tree, and the South Suburban Golf Course. South Platte canyon and river in the southwest offers great fishing and hiking. The Chatfield Reservoir is a popular place for boating and fishing, as is the Cherry Creek Reservoir in Aurora.