2022 Map of Parker

About this map

The suburban expansion of the Denver metropolitan area is captured here, centered on the rapidly growing communities of Parker and Stonegate. Located along the banks of Cherry Creek, these developments are bounded by major transit corridors like E Arapahoe Rd and E Lincoln Ave. The map highlights a landscape in transition, where legacy features like the Lewis Cem and names like Grand View Estates sit alongside modern regional hubs such as the Centennial Airport and the Arapahoe County Justice Center. This area's hydrology is characterized by a series of drainage ways including Cottonwood Creek, Happy Canyon Creek, and Sulphur Gulch, which have historically shaped the settlement patterns of Douglas Co. The presence of educational institutions like Arapahoe Community College and Rocky Vista University underscores the shift from rural ranching roots toward a dense residential and professional corridor.