Dawson Trails
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Dawson Trails is a roughly 2,000-acre development breaking ground in the town's southwest corner, with 5,800-plus housing units planned across single-family, townhome, and condo product and more than 750 acres, or 36 percent of the site, set aside as open space with nearly 25 miles of trails. The first 229 single-family homes broke ground in 2025, and a Costco is planned to anchor roughly 3.2 million square feet of commercial space. Access will run through the new Crystal Valley Interchange, a $144.7 million bridge project over I-25 and the BNSF tracks that the Town, Douglas County, and CDOT expect to finish in 2027, plus Dawson Trails Boulevard along the west side of the tracks. Schools have not yet been assigned.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Philip S. Miller Park and Challenge Hill (200-step staircase)
- Outlets at Castle Rock
- Historic Downtown Castle Rock (restaurants, shops, Festival Park, First Fridays)
- Castle Rock Recreation Center
- Castlewood Canyon State Park
- Douglas County Fairgrounds and Events Center
- Plum Creek Golf Club (Pete Dye-designed)
- Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course (Jim Engh-designed)
- Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
- Douglas County School District RE-1 (A rating)
- Castle Rock YMCA
- Over 6,000 acres of town open space
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Where it sits
Inside Castle Rock. Approximate area, to be confirmed.
Quick answersQuestions about Dawson Trails
Where is Dawson Trails?
Dawson Trails is in Castle Rock, about 2.6 miles south of the Castle Rock center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Dawson Trails built?
Homes in Dawson Trails were built between 2025 and 2026 (new build).
Is there an HOA in Dawson Trails, and what does it cost?
Dawson Trails has no homeowners association on record (metro district).
What amenities does Dawson Trails have?
Dawson Trails amenities include over 750 acres of planned open space (36% of land area), nearly 25 miles of planned trails, new Crystal Valley Interchange at I-25, planned Costco and 3.2M sqft of commercial development, and varied housing types from apartments to single-family.
How big are the lots in Dawson Trails?
Typical lots in Dawson Trails run 3,500–9,000 sqft.
Which schools are near Dawson Trails?
Schools near Dawson Trails include to be determined (new schools anticipated). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How high is Dawson Trails?
Dawson Trails sits at about 6,440 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Dawson Trails planned parks and open space (750 acres)
- to be determined (new schools anticipated)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- I-25 via Crystal Valley Interchange (new)
- Crystal Valley Pkwy
Transit in Castle Rock: RTD Bus Route 151 (Castle Rock to Lincoln light rail station) · Bustang regional bus (CDOT -- Castle Rock to Denver Union Station) · I-25 express lanes northbound to Denver · No light rail -- nearest station is Lincoln in Lone Tree (15 min drive)
Resources
- Dawson Trails Metropolitan District Nos. 1-7District governance, meetings and financial documents
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About This Profile
This profile of Dawson Trails was researched in March 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is limited because few public sources describe this neighborhood. Core site confirmed in town; southern boundary may still be finalizing annexation.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.