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A Little About Black Forest

Bordering Colorado Springs, Colorado on the north end of town, Black Forest encompasses more than 200,000 acres. Black Forest covers the area from Eastonville Rd to Highway 83 on the East and West, and County Line Rd. to Woodmen Rd. on the North and South. Black Forest is very heavily wooded with open grassland areas. Black Forest homes for sale consist of mostly 5 acre and larger lots that have a rural feel, while only being minutes away from your favorite shopping and prominent work areas. Black forest was named by a German Immigrant who said that the dark hue of the Ponderosa Pines resembled 'The Black Forest' in Germany. The area is abundant in wildlife, and many of the residents have horses. Black Forest ranges from Elevations of 6500-7800 feet above sea level. Although Black Forest is rapidly growing, experts estimate that there are about 17,000 residents that occupy the area. You will find most of your commercial buildings in Black Forest on the corner of Shoup and Black Forest Roads where you will find the Community Center, the Volunteer Fire Station, churches, gas stations, and the Country Store. 

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