Denver Colorado Map

About Denver, Colorado

Denver is a locality in Denver County, Colorado, United States. With a population of 2,714,768, it is one of the largest cities in Colorado. The population density is 1800.3 people per km². Denver is located at 39.7392°N, 104.9847°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 80264.

Denver sits upon a vast, elevated expanse of high plains that stretch toward the horizon, where the jagged silhouette of the Front Range rises like a silent, permanent wall against the western sky. It lies 5.0 miles south-southeast of Berkley, CO (from Berkley, CO: bearing 154°T), and is situated 8.1 miles west of Aurora. The air here is thin and remarkably clear, carrying a dry, crisp quality that sharpens the edges of the light, especially as the sun begins its descent and casts long, violet shadows across the terrain. Near the center of the urban landscape, Civic Center Park provides a verdant focal point, while the nearby drainage of Lakewood Gulch and the gentle flow of Cherry Creek suggest the subtle ways water has carved its path through this high-altitude plateau. Even in the heat of mid-summer, the distant peaks maintain their white crowns of snow, reminding those who dwell in Denver that the earth here is defined by immense geological scale and the quiet endurance of the interior continent. Denver rose from the dust of the mid-nineteenth century, born of a sudden, frenzied migration toward the promise of precious metal hidden in the earth. Early prospectors and settlers established their camps at the confluence of local waterways, transforming a rugged outpost into a permanent junction for those traversing the western frontier. As the initial excitement of the gold rush faded, the settlement did not vanish, but instead solidified into a center for trade and commerce that commanded the surrounding plains. The architecture of Denver still carries the weight of those formative years, with sturdy, weathered brick buildings standing as silent witnesses to the transition from a rough mining camp to a permanent, organized society that anchored the growth of the entire region. Economic life in Denver functions as a vital hub for the energy, aerospace, and telecommunications sectors, drawing a steady influx of professionals who seek both enterprise and the open character of the plains. The infrastructure reflects a commitment to connectivity, supported by a network of transit lines that weave through the metropolitan grid and link to major centers of education like the University of Denver. This academic presence fosters a climate of research and innovation, providing a steady stream of intellectual capital that fuels the local workforce. As the seasons shift and the foliage turns to gold in the autumn, the pace of industry in Denver remains constant, balanced by an infrastructure that manages to accommodate rapid growth while maintaining a sense of spatial order across the sprawling, semi-arid landscape. Culture in Denver thrives through a shared commitment to the outdoors and a spirited dedication to professional athletics, with crowds filling stadiums to cheer for teams that have become symbols of local identity. Major annual festivals transform the streets into lively corridors of music and art, drawing residents out to celebrate under the expansive, cloud-dusted sky. Beyond the organized festivities, individuals like the singer John Denver have long been associated with the spirit of the region, their work capturing the vast, untamed beauty of the high country. Ferril Lake remains a quiet destination for those seeking a moment of reflection near the water, serving as a reminder that even in a bustling city, Denver keeps a necessary connection to the natural world that defines the character of the people who reside here.

About This Denver Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Denver, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.739154, -104.984703. 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 Denver and Denver County.

Detailed location data for Denver includes the ZIP code (80203), telephone area code (303, 720), county seat of Denver County (Denver), and school district assignment (Denver County School District 1). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

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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 Denver is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.