Columbine, Jefferson County
Explore Columbine, Colorado, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Columbine, CO street map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Columbine, Colorado. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
Drag the map to pan to any area of Colorado or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Columbine and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Columbine.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Columbine |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 39.587766 |
| Longitude | -105.06943 |
| Population | 25,478 |
| Density | 1494.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 80428, 80128 |
| Area Code | 303, 720 |
| County Seat | Golden |
| School District | Jefferson County School District R-1 |
Columbine is a locality in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of 25,478. The population density is 1494.7 people per km². Columbine is located at 39.5878°N, 105.0694°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 80128.0.
Columbine rests against the imposing wall of the Front Range, where the high plains surrender to the dramatic uplift of the Rocky Mountains. It lies 2.4 miles east-northeast of Ken Caryl, CO (from Ken Caryl, CO: bearing 70°T), and is situated 8.1 miles south of Lakewood. The air here possesses a clarity that seems to sharpen the very contours of the land, a thin, bright light that bathes the landscape in a crisp, invigorating glow. In autumn, the aspen groves ignite in a spectacular display of gold, their shimmering leaves a fleeting echo of the abundant sunshine. Even in the heart of summer, the distant peaks often retain their snowy caps, a stark reminder of the wild, untamed nature that presses in from all sides. The dry, continental air carries the subtle scent of sagebrush and pine, a constant companion to the crisp mornings and cool, starlit evenings. The history of Columbine is deeply entwined with the rugged terrain that defines it, a story etched in the bones of old mining towns and the persistent flow of trout-bright rivers. These waterways, born from snowmelt and mountain springs, have long been the lifeblood of the region, sustaining both the natural world and the human endeavors that have sought to draw sustenance from this challenging landscape. The local economy, like the land itself, has been shaped by resilience and adaptability, often relying on industries that harness the region's natural resources and its growing appeal as a destination for those seeking outdoor pursuits. The spirit of self-sufficiency and hard work, forged in the crucible of frontier life, continues to inform the character of Columbine. The cultural character of Columbine is one of quiet independence, a reflection of its geography and its past. Life here moves at a pace dictated by the seasons and the demands of the land, a rhythm that allows for both diligent labor and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds it. While not a place of grand monuments, Columbine possesses a subtle grandeur in its sweeping vistas and the enduring strength of its natural features, like the vibrant rivers that sing their way through the valleys. The community often finds its collective spirit in local events that celebrate the outdoors and the shared experience of living in such a magnificent, yet demanding, setting.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Columbine, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.587766, -105.06943. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Columbine and Jefferson County.
Detailed location data for Columbine includes the ZIP code (80428), telephone area code (303, 720), county seat of Jefferson County (Golden), and school district assignment (Jefferson County School District R-1). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Columbine is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |