Highlands Ranch Community Association

Take your run to the wild side!

The 18th annual Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon takes runners on a scenic 13.1-mile journey through the trails and open spaces of Highlands Ranch.

Prize money for the top three male and female finishers.

Lace up, take on 13.1 miles, and claim your spot at the starting line: https://loom.ly/6-LQ2fk

Try a class on us! Join us Tuesday, October 13, for HRCA’s last Free Group Fitness Day of 2026!

Enjoy FREE drop-in classes including strength, yoga, cycling, aqua fitness, cardio, dance, and more.

Find a class and get moving for free: https://loom.ly/C52B1x8

Capture a little fall magic! Join us for our Preschool Fall Picture Fundraiser and get a sweet seasonal photo of your little one while supporting our preschool program.

Sign up today: https://loom.ly/u59oOg8

Make your next move with HRCA Mah Jongg!

Whether you’re learning the game, sharpening your skills, or looking for a fun way to connect, HRCA offers classes and social clubs for all levels.

Find your table and join the fun: https://loom.ly/JPvar8s

Stay connected with HRCA! Sign up for our Digital Newsletter and get community news, upcoming events, recreation updates, programs and more delivered right to your inbox.

Stay informed. Stay connected. Sign up today: https://loom.ly/saBNYK4

Calling all young artists! HRCA’s Holiday Banner Decorating Contest is back! Kids ages 3–12 are invited to show us what the holidays in Highlands Ranch mean to them.

One winner from each age group (3-6, 7-10, and 11-12) will have their artwork transformed into a holiday banner displayed throughout Town Center this holiday season!

Download the template here and get designing: https://loom.ly/zyFE0DU

Showcase your haunted handiwork by adding your home to HRCA’s Halloween House Decorating Map!

Once your spooky setup is complete, snap a photo of your decorated home and submit it along with your address.

Applications are open now through October 30: https://loom.ly/nlVHmuc

This is a reminder that TOMORROW, Saturday, Oct. 3rd, Wildcat Mountain trails will be closed from 6 AM to 2 PM for the Wildcat Mountain Trail Races and Sunday, Oct. 4th from 7 AM to 12 PM for the Highlands Ranch Jr. Cycling Mountain Bike Team.

Please also avoid the Douglas County trail from Rocky Heights Middle School to Wildcat Trailhead during these times.

Thank you for your patience and for respecting the closure.

Please also avoid the Douglas County trail from Rocky Heights Middle School to Wildcat Trailhead during this time.

Thank you for your patience and for respecting the closure.

Turn up the intensity with Zone HIIT! This 45-minute class at Southridge combines cardio, strength, and circuit training with upgraded equipment—including kettlebells, rowers and the Relentless Rope.

Track your effort with Myzone technology, challenge your endurance, and make every minute count.

Register here: https://loom.ly/n--x4hM

Two ways to celebrate fall in your local wild place, zero ways to go wrong.

Pick what sounds like a better fit for your family, or come to both!

Fall Family Fun Day
6005 Ron King Trail, Littleton
$15 per car:
https://hrcaonline.org/Recreation/Backcountry-Wilderness-Area/Education -and-family

Haunted Forest: Fall Fest
11033 Monarch Blvd., Lone Tree
$10 kid ticket, $5 adult ticket
https://hrcaonline.org/Events/Details/haunted-forest-fall-fest