Chapman Lake is a distinctive neighborhood northwest of Durango, Colorado, consisting of about 80 two-acre lots. It's located along Junction Creek Road and County Road 204, near Falls Creek Ranch and only five minutes from Durango's city limits. This positioning offers a balance between a natural, rural setting and convenient access to urban amenities.
The area is characterized by its diverse range of properties, with homes priced from $175,000 to $600,000, reflecting the neighborhood's eclectic mix. The minimal protective covenants allow for a variety of housing styles, ranging from modest single-wide homes to custom-built houses. This diversity extends to the lifestyle of residents, with some maintaining manicured lawns while others keep livestock.
Chapman Lake's natural beauty is accentuated by its valley location, featuring stunning sandstone canyon walls. The infrastructure includes a paved county road and gravel internal roads, with varying maintenance arrangements among residents. Each lot is self-sufficient, requiring individual water wells and septic systems, and residents typically use bottled propane for heating due to the absence of a natural gas supply​​.
