CRPD sees decrease in overall crime, auto thefts for 2022

Crime is down in Castle Rock, and the Castle Rock Police Department continues to lead the charge in the fight against auto thefts in Colorado. For the second consecutive year, CRPD reported a decrease in the number of car thefts from the previous year &am...

Water wise residents can reap rebate program rewards

Castle Rock Water’s rebate program rewards residents committed to conservation and encourages them to keep up the good work. The program is returning for another year with rebate increases to help customers be more water-efficient both indoors and out.&am...

Landscape ordinance limits grass lawns for new residential and commercial properties

On average, 42% of residential water consumption in Castle Rock is used outdoors. With the high cost of infrastructure to keep up with outdoor watering demand, coupled with Colorado’s frequent droughts and changing weather patterns, the Town of ...

Protecting life and property: About CRFD

The Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department protects the life and property of all residents in a 66-square-mile area, including the Town of Castle Rock and the Castle Rock Fire Protection District in Douglas County.

Are you wildfire ready? Protect your property from wildland fires

Learn about preventative steps you can take, view CRFD's Community Wildfire Protection plan and look at the Wildfire Hazard Zone map. Wildfire risk reduction is every resident's responsibility, maintenance is key.

Learn CPR and save a life. CRFD's classes teach the basic skills of CPR

CPR teaches students the basic skills of adult, child and infant CPR in accordance with the American Heart Association.

Accredited through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International

Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department (CRFD) is one of about 290 internationally accredited agencies through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.

Connect with Castle Rock Police — follow us on social media!

Keep in the know with all things Castle Rock Police by connecting with our department on social media. We can be found on Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, Twitter and YouTube.

We use our social media channels to share our interactions with the community, ann...

CRPD sees decrease in overall crime, auto thefts for 2022

Crime is down in Castle Rock, and the Castle Rock Police Department continues to lead the charge in the fight against auto thefts in Colorado. For the second consecutive year, CRPD reported a decrease in the number of car thefts from the previous year &am...

Registration now open for citizen and youth police academies

Castle Rock Police Department’s community academies are back! Both academies are free to attend, but will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Castle Rock Police Department’s community academies are back! Adults 18 a...

Applications open for 2023 Your Town Academy

Learn all about Castle Rock at Your Town Academy – an eight-week class designed to provide Castle Rock residents and business owners with greater knowledge of their Town government.

Applications are being accepted starting today at CRgov.com/YTA....

Independence Day will be rockin’ at Philip S. Miller Park

Enjoy a full day of fun and music with family, friends and neighbors at the Castle Rockin’ the Fourth celebration from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Philip S. Miller Park.

To celebrate our nation's birthday, the event will kick off with...

CRPD announces summer Dirt Jumps and Donuts schedule

Spend your summer shredding with the Castle Rock Police Department’s bike unit! CRPD announces its 2023 Dirt Jumps and Donuts schedule.

“This event started as a way for us to give Castle Rock families a fun and active outlet during the summer,” Community P...

Tune in to support parks and trails with free concerts and family fun at PSM Park

Tune in to support parks and trails with free concerts and family fun at PSM Park

Great music, delicious food and drinks, family friendly fun — what more do you need for a perfect evening in Castle Rock?  

Celebrate the summer season, and...

Shop local, eat local at the Festival Park Farmers Market beginning Sunday

Fresh produce at the farmers market is a sure sign the summer season has arrived. Enjoy warmer temperatures and seasonal goods at the Festival Park Farmers Market all summer long — the market returns Sunday, May 28. 

Organized again this...

Weigh in on design concepts to help improve Downtown wayfinding by June 9

Wayfinding signs help provide visual cues to guide people to their destinations. The Town is embarking on a plan to improve signage Downtown to be more cohesive and aid in navigation throughout the area.

In this project’s second and final public ...

Rock out like it’s the 80s with HAIRBALL at the Amphitheater June 28

Grab your friends and get ready to rock and roll all night to your favorite 80s songs. Don’t miss HAIRBALL with special guest The UnderCoverGirls Wednesday, June 28, at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. Tickets are on sale now.

HAIRBALL ...

Free summer fitness returns to Castle Rock

The Town of Castle Rock supports a healthy and active community for its residents and is excited to announce the return of the Summer Fitness Series — free outdoor fitness opportunities open to all ages and fitness levels. The series will take place at Ph...

Provide input on use of funding for community development needs on May 30

The Town annually receives federal Community Development Block Grant funding provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to address certain needs within Castle Rock. The community is invited to provide feedback on the Town’s use ...

Explore Metzler Family Open Space on National Trails Day; trailhead parking now open

Help mark National Trails Day at Metzler Family Open Space and celebrate the completion of the new trailhead parking lot and the installation of maps and wayfinders that allow visitors to more easily navigate the property. 

Join representatives fr...

CRPD celebrates sworn and professional members at annual awards ceremony

The Castle Rock Police Department is proud to recognize the efforts and accomplishments of its officers and professional staff. On Wednesday, May 17, CRPD hosted its annual awards ceremony where it celebrated the achievements of its team over the past yea...

Calling all superheroes! Butterfield Crossing Park and Possibilities Playground open June 9

Being a superhero means believing anything is possible! Come explore the possibilities at the grand reopening of Butterfield Crossing Park from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 9. 

Join in the fun and be among the first to experience the sensory-rich, fu...

See Rick Springfield take the stage at the Amphitheater June 22

Summer concerts in Castle Rock are a great place to spend an evening with friends, family and neighbors. Don’t miss Rick Springfield with special guest Tommy Tutone Thursday, June 22, at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. Tickets are on ...

Rocking into summer: First Fridays kick off June 2

How does Castle Rock celebrate Fri-YAY? With the fantastically fun First Fridays Concert Series — the perfect way to kick off the weekend and enjoy a summer evening in Castle Rock. The free, family friendly event takes place every first Friday o...

Have you visited the refreshed Town website? Tell us about your experience.

The Town of Castle Rock’s website — CRgov.com — is its primary communication vehicle. Last year alone, the website saw about 1.2 million visitors. Last month, the official online source for Town information got a new look and...

New storage site coming for Castle Rock’s renewable water

With this week’s groundbreaking celebration, the Town of Castle Rock is on its way to increasing renewable water storage by adding a new storage reservoir near Sedalia and expanding the existing reservoir at the site. 

When completed, th...

Town of Castle Rock closes on purchase of historic Cantril School

The Town has purchased Cantril School — arguably the most iconic and historically significant building in Castle Rock — from the Douglas County School District. 

When the Town of Castle Rock learned the building was being sold ...

Town aims to keep Castle Rock beautiful by reducing sign pollution

Town aims to keep Castle Rock beautiful by reducing sign pollution 

The Town of Castle Rock is committed to sustaining a high quality of life as a family friendly and safe community. To help foster a sense of pride and to keep our community beauti...

Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with events in May

May is Historic Preservation Month and the community is invited to celebrate it in Downtown Castle Rock. Learn fascinating stories of the people and places that helped shape the unique character of our Town with events throughout the month.

The Town&rs...

2023 Summer Concert Series lineup predicts a rockin’ summer; tickets on sale April 18

The long winter is finally wrapping up and glorious Colorado summer nights are headed our way. It’s time to make your plans for your own rockin’ summer — concerts at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park are just around t...

Climb4Change fundraiser to support therapeutic recreation returns June 10

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts and fitness buffs looking for an opportunity to make a difference. The Climb4Change event returns Saturday, June 10, and provides an opportunity to complete the 200-step Challenge Hill at Philip S. Miller Park for great wor...

CRPD sees decrease in overall crime, auto thefts for 2022

Crime is down in Castle Rock, and the Castle Rock Police Department continues to lead the charge in the fight against auto thefts in Colorado. For the second consecutive year, CRPD reported a decrease in the number of car thefts from the previous year &am...

Get a jump start on summer; youth camp registration opens Monday, Jan. 16

The year has just begun, but kids are already wishing that school was out for summer. Parents looking for ways to keep kids busy during school break should look no further. Castle Rock has something for everyone hoping to enjoy the dog days of summer.

The ...

Climb4Change fundraiser to support therapeutic recreation returns June 10

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts and fitness buffs looking for an opportunity to make a difference. The Climb4Change event returns Saturday, June 10, and provides an opportunity to complete the 200-step Challenge Hill at Philip S. Miller Park for great wor...

Get a jump start on summer; youth camp registration opens Monday, Jan. 16

The year has just begun, but kids are already wishing that school was out for summer. Parents looking for ways to keep kids busy during school break should look no further. Castle Rock has something for everyone hoping to enjoy the dog days of summer.

The ...