Highwoods offers a tranquil atmosphere with notably low noise levels throughout the neighborhood. The area features primarily single detached homes built mostly between 1990 and 2000, providing spacious three and four-bedroom options. Residents benefit from convenient car access and plentiful parking, adding ease to daily travel around the area. The neighborhood supports moderate cycling infrastructure, enabling smooth bike rides for personal errands or exploration. Although green spaces are not directly inside Highwoods, nearby neighborhoods provide well-distributed parks that enhance outdoor opportunities. Overall, this calm community combines spacious housing choices with easy transportation and accessible recreational green zones nearby.
The character of Highwoods is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. It is very easy to reach public green spaces in the neighborhood since there are around 10 of them close by for residents to explore. The noise levels in this part of Highlands Ranch are also very low, as the streets tend to be very tranquil.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A lovely neighborhood pocket park just east of Highwoods at 9603 Burntwood Way, featuring playgrounds, open green spaces, picnic tables, sports fields and walking trails—ideal for families and active residents seeking outdoor recreation steps from the gated community’s edge.
Located just a short drive east on Creekside Drive, this 18‑hole, par‑72 semi‑private golf course designed by Hale Irwin offers championship bent‑grass greens, front‑range mountain views, a driving range and on‑site dining—perfect for golf lovers living in Highwoods.
Highwoods residents fall within the sought‑after Douglas County School District, with access to Highlands Ranch High School and Mountain Vista High School, both top‑rated public schools serving the neighborhood’s families.
Highwoods backs to extensive greenbelt corridors and trail systems that connect into the broader Highlands Ranch network, offering direct access to scenic walking, running and biking routes right from the neighborhood’s private streets.
Within the Highwoods gated enclave itself, residents enjoy exclusive amenities like a private community pool, tennis courts, clubhouse and spacious landscaped grounds—fostering both luxury and neighborly connection in a tranquil, secure setting.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
A free, all-day community celebration marking Colorado’s 150th anniversary with live entertainment, activities, food, and a local art contest—perfect for residents of Highwoods to join neighbors in a festive regional gathering.
An evening of all-you-can-eat ice cream, live music by the Highlands Ranch Concert Band, food trucks and safety demos—a fun and tasty community night that’s very close to Highwoods.
A free concert followed by a drone show celebrating both America’s and Colorado’s milestones—an engaging, family-friendly evening under the sky, just minutes from Highwoods.
Weekly Saturday market offering local produce and artisan goods—a convenient and community-driven outing for Highwoods residents looking for fresh food and local shopping opportunities.
A hands-on, interactive class for expectant parents covering baby basics and safety—ideal for growing families in Highwoods preparing for a new little one.
A local government meeting where residents can learn and contribute to parks planning—great for Highwoods neighbors interested in community engagement and local recreation planning.
Stories, updates, and things to know in Highwoods
Local characteristics and demographics for Highwoods
