Commute in Lone Tree
Light rail, Park Meadows, and RidgeGate, the south metro's urban-suburban pivot
Drive Times
Public Transit Options
Walk, Bike & Transit Scores
- Trail Connectivity
- Strong, Bluffs Regional Park trails, Willow Creek Trail (7 mi), RidgeGate network
Commute & Remote Work
- Coworking Spaces
- Synergy Station CoWorks (Park Meadows), Regus (Meridian), Office Evolution
Common QuestionsFAQ, Lone Tree
How long is the commute from Lone Tree to downtown Denver?
Lone Tree is approximately 18 miles south of downtown Denver via I-25. The off-peak drive is 20–25 minutes, extending to 35–50 minutes during rush hour. Lone Tree also has direct RTD E Line light rail service. The ride from RidgeGate Parkway station to Union Station takes about 50 minutes with trains every 15 minutes during peak hours. The DTC/Greenwood Village commute is just 10–15 minutes by car.
What is happening with the RidgeGate development in Lone Tree?
RidgeGate is a 3,500-acre master-planned development projected to add 30,000 residents and 50,000 jobs at buildout. Currently active: Lyric at RidgeGate (1,900 homes by Shea/Lokal/Thrive/Infinity, $400K–$900K+), Willow Creek (274 townhomes, breaking ground 2026), King Soopers Marketplace (123,000 sqft, 2027), High Note Regional Park (80 acres, Phase 1 by 2027), and 101-unit affordable senior housing (completion 2026). The E Line light rail already serves RidgeGate Parkway station.
What outdoor recreation is available in Lone Tree?
Bluffs Regional Park offers 253 acres of trails with Front Range views and a 2.8-mile hiking loop. The Lone Tree Recreation Center (54,000 sqft) features a gym, indoor track, and aquatics center with a lazy river and water slides. Sweetwater Park (32 acres) and Cook Creek Park provide playgrounds, sports fields, and pool access. The Willow Creek Trail is a 7-mile paved path connecting Lone Tree to Centennial. Lone Tree Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course with an on-site hotel.