Exploring the Four Highland Ranch Recreation Centers

Highlands Ranch is home to four exceptional recreation centers, each managed by the Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) and offering a unique variety of amenities. These centers are exclusive to HRCA homeowners and their guests and collectively comprise more than 329,000 square feet of facilities, including pools, courts, fitness areas, and more.

Northridge Recreation Center

Highlights: The original HRCA center (opened in 1982, renovated in 2018) features a covered tennis pavilion, ten racquetball courts, an aqua climbing wall, a diving well, hot yoga and martial arts studios, plus indoor and outdoor lap/leisure pools, hot tub, sauna, fitness/dance studio, weight/cardio area, running track, and more.

Best for: Tennis and racquetball enthusiasts, adventurous families (aqua climbing wall/diving), fitness buffs (yoga, hot tub), and swimmers.

Southridge Recreation Center

Highlights: Known for family-friendly aquatic fun—with a lazy river, indoor water park play area, outdoor pool including basketball hoops, hot tub, and lap pool. It also houses an art & pottery studio, auditorium, and senior lounge.

Best for: Families with children, artsy types, seniors, and casual swimmers.

Eastridge Recreation Center

Highlights: Offers two indoor and two outdoor pools (lap, youth zero-depth, wading with slides), a large climbing wall, hot tub, steam room, fitness/dance studio, weight/cardio area, running track, sand volleyball courts, and two gymnasiums. It also houses HRCA administrative offices.

Best for: Swimmers of all ages, climbers, volleyball fans, and those wanting access to a full fitness experience.

Westridge Recreation Center

Highlights: Features an indoor turf field for lacrosse/soccer, cycling studio, weights & cardio fitness, an indoor/outdoor aquatic area including a zero‑depth “whale” pool with slides, hot tub, outdoor tennis courts, batting cages, and preschool/enrichment offerings. Note: currently undergoing facility refresh with some closures through September/October.

Best for: Youth sports, families seeking active play, multigenerational fitness needs, and camps or preschool activities.

Common Amenities Across All Centers

• Indoor running and walking tracks

• Multi-use sports courts (basketball, volleyball, pickleball, indoor soccer/football)

• Variety of fitness equipment (weights, cardio, studios)

• Accessible programs like camps, fitness classes, senior programs, and therapeutic recreation