In the center of the neighborhood is a quaint fishing pond, which is stocked with catch and release fish (Please make sure to first obtain a fishing license from the FHMD Administrator). Above the pond is a playground, large grassy field, basketball court and pavillion for BBQs and picnics.
The hills of Riva Chase provide great exercise for biking, hiking, walking and running.
In the winter, residents can be seen cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and even doing a bit of downhill skiing (see picture in Photo Gallery of resident skiing in his backyard)!
Furthermore, Riva Chase is very close to Golden and Evergreen, both of which have fantastic Parks & Recreation opportunities. Please explore the links below for things to do close to Riva Chase.
Our local deputy sheriff, Crime Prevention Deputy Janie Gonda, assures us that our gates discourage trouble-seekers from entering the community. Residents also practice the Neighborhood Watch guidelines, being on the alert for any strange behaviors. The additional fact that we are Covenant Protected is also a plus for keeping our neighborhood safe.
Jefferson County Sheriff deputies make periodic drives through Riva Chase and are also available to do property and house checks for residents on vacation. This is just one more BONUS for living in this beautiful community!
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Information
https://www.jeffco.us/680/Crime-Prevention-Safety
Physical Address:
200 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80419
Phone: 303-271-5819
The Jefferson County public neighborhood schools for Riva Chase are:
Elementary School: Ralston Elementary – grades K-6
Rated 10 out of 10 by GreatSchools.org
Phone: 303.982.4386 Address: 25856 Columbine Glen, Golden, CO 80401 Website
Middle School: Bell Middle – grades 7-8
Phone: 303.982.4280 Address: 1001 Ulysses Street, Golden, CO 80401 Website
High School: Golden High – grades 9-12
Phone: 303.982.4200 Address: 701 24th St, Golden, CO 80401 Website
For a complete list of public and private schools within a 10 mile radius, please click on the National Center for Education Statistics.
Yes, the foothills above Denver tend to get more snow than in town, but we have one HUGE advantage living here! We have our own private snowplow service – paid for through our taxes – that keeps our streets plowed as soon as we get even a few inches of the white stuff.
Once we’re plowed, along comes the sand truck to help us gain traction on our hills and curves. The snowplow takes care of the roads all the way to Genesee Ridge Road, maintained by Jefferson county and then it’s clear to I-70, which is a primary route and well-serviced by the Colorado Dept. of Transportation.
We are fortunate, indeed! While we can get in and out, many suburban communities NEVER see a snowplow! But even if you don’t want to get out, you can always snowshoe around the pond, or sip hot chocolate in the gazebo.
From Denver:
From Grand Junction:
Approximate driving time to popular destinations are:
NOTE: Many GPS systems aren’t accurate so please check Google Maps or use directions above…
If you were to ask some famous guy like Donald Trump where Denver was, he’d probably answer with something like, “It’s just on the outskirts of Aspen.” Then, a lot of Monday Night Football fans back east also believe Denver is located in the very heart of the mountains (like Mt. Everest only colder) – at the epicenter of a perpetual snowstorm.
But in reality, Denver is a Great Plains city with mountains – and mountain communities – right in the backyard. And while some of these communities are a lot of long, narrow roads and winding turns away, Riva Chase is right off of I-70 and right on, when it comes to what you would expect to find in luxury mountain living.
Riva Chase currently has one affinity group that meets regularly. If you’re interested in joining, it’s very easy! Just contact the lead person in the group, and you’re in.
RIVA CHASE BIBLE STUDY – The Riva Chase Bible Study Group meets every Thursday morning from 9:30-11:30am. Contact Colleen Brisben: 281-804-8621, or cbrisben3@comcast.net
If you are interested in starting a new group, please reach out to the HOA at RivaHoaboard1@gmail.com. Assuming the club is open to all residents, please provide us with point of contact information and we will post it on the webpage.
Dear Riva Chasers, We are ready to declare the winners of the Christmas Light Contest. But before we do so, we want to thank those who decorated their homes to celebrate the holidays. It was a very difficult decision, so much so we are giving away three awards. We would like to encourage everyone to […]
Dear Riva Chasers, The HOA Board will be holding a meeting over the phone this Thursday at 5pm. Agenda attached below. Feel free to dial-in using the following information: 425 436-6305 PIN 488010 Also, any residents over the age of 4 interested in participating in the judging of the best Christmas decorations in the neighborhood, […]
Hello Everyone! As Christmas approaches, be sure to decorate and liven up your home’s exterior to compete in our annual holiday decoration contest. A $50 gift card and bragging rights will go to the winner, plus the pure fun of driving through the neighborhood and looking at the lights. The contest ends on December 15th. […]