Fountain Colorado Map

About Fountain, Colorado

Fountain is a locality in El Paso County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of 29,300. The population density is 506.8 people per km². Fountain is located at 38.6822°N, 104.7008°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 80817.

Fountain rests on the eastern edge of El Paso County, Colorado, where the high plains begin their gentle ascent towards the formidable ramparts of the Front Range. It lies 6.0 miles south-southeast of Security-Widefield, CO (from Security-Widefield, CO: bearing 159°T), and is situated 6.1 miles southeast of Fort Carson. The air here, thin and clear at altitude, carries the scent of dry earth and distant pines, a constant reminder of the arid interior continental climate. In autumn, the landscape is painted with the fleeting, incandescent gold of aspen, a stark contrast to the snow-capped peaks that can still gleam white even in the height of summer. The nearby Pikes Peak region, a constant, majestic presence, casts a long shadow, both literal and figurative, over Fountain. The quality of light at dusk here, as it softens and deepens, imbues the open spaces with a profound stillness. The history of Fountain is rooted in the Old West, a legacy of mining-town bones that still faintly echo through its older neighborhoods. Though not as boisterous as some of its more famous mining brethren, Fountain has always been a place of pragmatic endeavor, its economy historically tied to agriculture and, more recently, to the robust presence of Fort Carson. This military installation has significantly shaped the local economy, bringing a dynamic and transient population that contributes to Fountain's energetic, evolving character. The dry interior climate, while demanding, has also fostered industries that understand and work with the land. The cultural character of Fountain is one of resilient practicality, a blend of frontier spirit and modern adaptability, perhaps best exemplified by its residents' quiet pride in their home. While no truly world-renowned figures claim Fountain as their sole origin, the town is a vital part of the larger Colorado Springs metropolitan area, benefiting from its cultural institutions and events. The rhythm of life in Fountain is often dictated by the seasons and the needs of its working population, a steady beat that underlies the town’s everyday activities. The sheer expanse of the sky above Fountain, a vast canvas of ever-changing hues, often inspires a sense of quiet contemplation.

About This Fountain Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fountain, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.682219, -104.700806. 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 Fountain and El Paso County.

Detailed location data for Fountain includes the ZIP code (80817), telephone area code (970), county seat of El Paso County (Colorado Springs), and school district assignment (Fountain School District 8). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

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