Conifer, CO
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About Conifer
- • Musician Joe Walsh of The Eagles owned a recording studio near Conifer.
- • The "Mountain Area Messenger" newspaper was founded in Conifer, serving the foothills.
- • Highway 285's route through the mountains spurred Conifer's growth as a service hub.
- • Local legend says a mountain lion once wandered into the Conifer Safeway.
- • The 1996 Buffalo Creek Fire significantly impacted Conifer's landscape and development.
- • Named for the evergreen trees, Conifer was established around 1893.
- • With 8,488 residents, Conifer is smaller than Evergreen but larger than Bailey.
- • Sitting at 8,277 feet, the air is thin and the views are expansive.
- • Many residents commute to Denver for work, while others are in tourism and services.
- • A peaceful mountain escape with rustic charm and a strong community feel.
- • Denver Broncos, a close team, won Super Bowl 50 against the Carolina Panthers.
- • Conifer High School's mascot is the Lobos.