Craig Morris Cutting Horses
5567 S Perry Park Rd, Sedalia, CO 80135
Craig Morris Cutting Horses is a cutting horse training facility located in Sedalia, Colorado.
Franktown occupies a stretch of the Black Forest transition zone in Douglas County, where the high plains begin giving way to ponderosa pine stands east of the Front Range. Elevation here sits above 6,500 feet, which means cooler summers than Denver despite the proximity, and winters that bring real snow but also plenty of clear, dry days for riding. The open acreage and rural character of the area have made Franktown a natural fit for horse properties.
Boarding facilities in the Franktown area benefit from the same wide-open landscape that defines this part of Douglas County. The combination of plains terrain and forested edges creates a setting suited to trail riding and open-field work alike. For horse owners relocating to the southern Denver suburbs who want rural character without sacrificing access to the metro, Franktown is worth exploring carefully.
Check out the boarding options available throughout the Franktown area below.
About horse boarding in Franktown
Franktown occupies a stretch of the Black Forest transition zone in Douglas County, where the high plains begin giving way to ponderosa pine stands east of the Front Range. Elevation here sits above 6,500 feet, which means cooler summers than Denver despite the proximity, and winters that bring real snow but also plenty of clear, dry days for riding. The open acreage and rural character of the area have made Franktown a natural fit for horse properties.
Boarding facilities in the Franktown area benefit from the same wide-open landscape that defines this part of Douglas County. The combination of plains terrain and forested edges creates a setting suited to trail riding and open-field work alike. For horse owners relocating to the southern Denver suburbs who want rural character without sacrificing access to the metro, Franktown is worth exploring carefully.
Check out the boarding options available throughout the Franktown area below.
D Cross Ranch- Horse and Cattle Company
16685 Roller Coaster rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
D Cross Ranch is a family-operated boarding facility located in Black Forest near Colorado Springs, Colorado. Owned and managed by David and Kelly Bane—who h...
Love Horses, learn to ride at Winding Creek Ranch LLC.
7193 S. State Highway 83, Franktown, CO 80116
Love Horses, learn to ride at Winding Creek Ranch LLC.
Mile High Horse Ranch
12587 Tomahawk Road, Parker, CO 80138
Mile High Horse Ranch is a full-service boarding and training facility located southeast of Denver in Parker, Colorado, about 40 minutes from Denver Internat...
Pine Cliff Ranch Horse Boarding
5789 Pine Cliff Ave, Sedalia, CO 80135
Pine Cliff Ranch is a working Colorado cattle ranch spanning 3,500+ acres of private land near Sedalia, just west of Castle Rock. The facility offers quiet, ...
Ranch of the Red Horse
5543 Lake Gulch Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Sky View Farm LLC
1705 Outter Marker Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80108
Sky View Farm in Castle Rock, Colorado is a ranch that hosts community events including the annual Mini Derby charity event featuring miniature horse races, ...
Sunset Pines
2026 Andrea Place, Parker, CO 80138
Sunset Pines offers a quiet, private boarding option at a beautiful facility conveniently located just 12 miles east of Parker.
Vantage Point Farm
9420 Arroya Ln, Colorado Springs, CO 80908
Vantage Point Farm is a boarding, training, and breeding facility located at the foot of Pikes Peak, just 20 minutes from downtown Colorado Springs. Founded ...
Frequently Asked Questions About Horse Boarding in the Franktown Area
What is the terrain like for riding in the Franktown area?
Franktown sits in the Black Forest transition zone where high plains meet ponderosa pine terrain. This creates a varied landscape for riding, with open fields, forested patches, and rolling terrain typical of Douglas County at elevation above 6,500 feet.
How do winters affect horse boarding in Franktown, Colorado?
Winters in Franktown bring genuine snowfall given the elevation, but the Front Range location also means many clear, dry days between storms. Horses here need adequate shelter and appropriate winter hay management, and facilities typically plan for cold-weather turnout routines.
Is Franktown a good location for horse owners commuting to the Denver area?
Franktown sits in Douglas County with reasonable access to the southern Denver metro. Horse owners who want rural acreage and a quieter boarding environment while remaining within commuting distance of Castle Rock or the Tech Center often find this part of Douglas County to be a practical choice.