Parker, Colorado

Parker, Colorado is a great community with growth potential. Founded in 1864, Parker is approximately 20 miles southeast of Denver. Parker Colorado is a short drive from Denver and Colorado Springs.

There is a new recreation center in Parker. In addition, Parker offers numerous parks and hiking trails.

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In February 2004, Parket Adventist Hospital opened to the public. The new hospital includes Level III emergency care as well as pediatric care in partnership with The Children's Hospital.

Parker Adventist Hospital

Parker began in 1860 as a stage stop. Named appropriately the "Twenty Mile House". It is twenty miles from there to the next stage stop now know as Colfax and Colorado Blvd. in Denver. The Twenty Mile House eventually was owned by James Sample Parker, show gave his name to the now bustling town.

Now a days, Denver is too crowed for some people, so they are moving out to the suburbs. parker has become a popular destination for these folks who want "elbow space".

Main Street in Parker has old time charm, flanked by modern convenience. New housing developments are planned to take advantage of open spaces and walking trails.

Rural Parker stretches beyond Douglas County over to Elbert County to the east. Horse lovers rejoice on five acre plotted communities on the prairie. Best of all are the views of the Front range. On a clear day, the mountains are visible from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak (about 150 miles of mountains!).

Other amenities in the area include a recreation center, a new public library, two golf courses and miles of bike trails.