Colorado Counties
Explore this detailed Colorado county map showing all 64 counties in The Centennial State. Click on any county to learn more about its location and details. This interactive map allows you to zoom in and explore each county boundary within Colorado.
This interactive county map of Colorado provides a comprehensive view of the state's administrative divisions. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific regions, and click on county boundaries to access detailed information about each county.
Colorado State Map
Explore this detailed map of Colorado with cities, towns, counties, and geographic features. Nicknamed "The Centennial State," Colorado is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, with high plains to the east and plateaus to the west, and the Continental Divide runs through the middle of the state.
This interactive map of Colorado lets you explore the state's geography, including the capital, Denver, other major cities such as Colorado Springs, Aurora and Fort Collins, and important landmarks. Zoom in to reveal smaller towns, highways and county lines.
About Colorado - The Centennial State
Colorado is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, with high plains to the east and plateaus to the west. The Continental Divide runs through the state. The state achieved statehood on August 1, 1876, and covers 104,094 sq mi with a population of 5,773,714.
Technology, aerospace, energy, agriculture, and tourism drive Colorado's economy. Denver is a major transportation and business hub.
Colorado Quick Facts
- Capital: Denver
- Largest Cities: Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins
- Population: 5,773,714
- Area: 104,094 sq mi
- Statehood: August 1, 1876
- Nickname: The Centennial State
Colorado Geography and Regions
Colorado is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, with high plains to the east and plateaus to the west. The Continental Divide runs through the state.
Major Cities on the Colorado Map
Most Coloradans live along the Front Range, the urban corridor where the plains meet the mountains and Interstate 25 runs north to south. West of it, Interstate 70 climbs through the mountains toward the Western Slope.
Denver - The state capital and largest city, known as the Mile High City because it sits about 5,280 feet above sea level. It is the hub where I-25 and I-70 meet. See the Denver city map for neighborhoods and landmarks.
Colorado Springs - Colorado's second-largest city, at the foot of Pikes Peak and home to the U.S. Air Force Academy and Garden of the Gods. See the Colorado Springs map.
Aurora - The third-largest city, bordering Denver to the east and stretching out onto the high plains.
Fort Collins - A college town on the northern Front Range, home to Colorado State University.
Other towns worth finding on the map include Boulder and Pueblo on the Front Range, Grand Junction on the Western Slope, and mountain towns such as Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge and Durango. For county names and boundaries, open the Colorado county map, which shows all 64 counties.
Interesting Facts About Colorado
- Has the highest average elevation of any state
- Home to 54 peaks over 14,000 feet tall
- The 13th step of the State Capitol is exactly 5,280 feet above sea level
- Rocky Mountain National Park attracts millions of visitors annually
Colorado Economy and Industries
Technology, aerospace, energy, agriculture, and tourism drive Colorado's economy. Denver is a major transportation and business hub.
Colorado Tourist Attractions and Landmarks
The Colorado map reveals numerous attractions and landmarks that showcase the state's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Major Landmarks
- Rocky Mountain National Park - A notable landmark in Colorado
- Pikes Peak - A notable landmark in Colorado
- Mesa Verde - A notable landmark in Colorado
- Great Sand Dunes - A notable landmark in Colorado
- Red Rocks Amphitheatre - A notable landmark in Colorado
How to Use This Colorado Map
This interactive Colorado map provides multiple ways to explore The Centennial State. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific regions, and click on city markers to access information about population, history, and local attractions.
Whether you're planning a trip to Colorado, studying the state's geography, or researching its significance, this map serves as your comprehensive guide. The map includes major highways and highlights both urban centers and rural areas that define Colorado's character.
For educational purposes, this Colorado map helps students understand the relationship between geography and development, showing how natural features have influenced settlement patterns and economic activities throughout the state's history.