Homes & Real Estate - Cottonwood Creek, Colorado Springs, CO

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Cottonwood Creek in Colorado Springs, CO

Cottonwood Creek is a well-established neighborhood in northeast Colorado Springs known for its large park, scenic trails, and family-friendly environment. Cottonwood Creek Park covers 77 acres and features walking paths, a big playground, sports fields, tennis courts, and an in-line hockey rink. The park is home to a disc golf course, sledding hills, and a recreation center with an indoor pool and fitness classes. There is easy access to the 6-mile Cottonwood Creek Trail, which connects to the Pikes Peak Greenway for longer bike rides or walks. Nearby, the Cottonwood Creek YMCA offers indoor pools, group classes, and child sports programs, making it a go-to spot for many in the area. Most people don't realize, but Cottonwood Creek Park hosts many annual community events, including outdoor movie nights and soccer tournaments.

The neighborhood is close to well-ranked schools, with Scott Elementary, Martinez Elementary, and King Elementary serving local kids. For early learners, the Primrose School of Cottonwood Creek on Dublin Boulevard gets rave reviews from families. Cottonwood Creek is located in the 80923 zip code and is near shopping, restaurants, and medical offices along Powers Boulevard. The area attracts everyone from young couples to retirees thanks to its mix of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes. After installing turf fields in 2021, Cottonwood Creek Park now saves an estimated 2.8 million gallons of water every year.