Coyotes live throughout the Denver metro area year-round, and sightings in Highlands Ranch's open space, trails and neighborhoods are common. Our close proximity to wildlife makes it important to understand how to avoid conflicts.

According to Colorado Parks & Wildlife, coyotes have adjusted very well to human-disturbed environments, and now thrive in urban settings. 

The Metro District offers free coyote conflict prevention home audits to help educate homeowners about coyote behavior and to point out possible attractants in their yards. During a coyote conflict prevention home audit, a Metro District park ranger or staff member will walk the homeowner's property and point out sheltered areas, water sources and food sources that might attract coyotes.

Home audits are available throughout the year and may be scheduled by calling 720-240-5919 or emailing info@highlandsranch.org.

Who to call...

Always call 911 in the case of an emergency.

The Metro District is responsible for educating residents about coyotes, monitoring interactions between residents and coyotes and reporting coyote encounters to the appropriate agencies. Colorado Parks and Wildlife manages all of our state's wildlife. CPW personnel respond to reports of dangerous coyotes and decide how to handle each situation based on the interest of public safety.

Highlands Ranch Metro District

If you have concerns or would like to report an encounter with a coyote. Pages will typically receive a response within 15 minutes during normal business hours.

• 303-540-2311: Park Rangers pager

If you would like to schedule a coyote conflict prevention home audit.

• 720-240-5919: Park Rangers

If you have questions about coyote behavior or deterrents.

• 720-240-5924: Open Space Supervisor

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

If you have a direct incident with a coyote, or if a coyote is exhibiting dangerous behavior towards people (such as raising its hackles, baring its teeth or growling).

• 303-291-7227