Neighborhood Guide

Meridian Ranch, Peyton, and the surrounding area.

About Meridian Ranch

13027 Stone Valley Drive is located in Meridian Ranch, a master-planned community in Peyton, Colorado — situated on the high plains east of Colorado Springs in El Paso County. At roughly 6,900 feet elevation, the area offers dramatic skies, clean air, and genuine open space without sacrificing access to a full community infrastructure.

Meridian Ranch was developed with an emphasis on community life — it's not just a subdivision. Residents have access to a recreation center, fieldhouse, golf course, eight neighborhood parks, and 500 acres of parks, trails, and open space, all managed through the Meridian Service Metropolitan District.

Colorado Springs is roughly 25–30 miles west for major shopping, hospitals, and entertainment. The Falcon corridor (Hwy 24, ~5–10 miles west) handles most everyday errands with grocery, pharmacy, hardware, and dining.

Community resources: meridianranch.com · meridianservice.org · Community Newsletter

Meridian Ranch Amenities

Included with your Meridian Ranch residency through your MSMD account.

  • Recreation Center — 42,000 sq ft facility with basketball and volleyball courts, weight training, aerobics classes, cardio equipment, and indoor and outdoor pools including a lazy river. One of the best community rec centers in the Springs metro area.
  • Fieldhouse — Brand-new 45,000 sq ft facility with year-round recreational programming and sports activities.
  • Antler Creek Golf Course — 18-hole public course right in the community. meridianranch.com for tee times.
  • Madera's Grill and Cantina — On-site restaurant at the golf clubhouse. A go-to for casual dining without leaving the neighborhood.
  • Eight neighborhood parks — Distributed throughout the community, with playgrounds and open green space within easy walking distance of most homes.
  • 500 acres of parks, trails, and open space — Miles of paved and natural trails connecting the community. Good for walking, running, cycling, and dog walking.
  • Community events — Year-round calendar: outdoor concerts, sports leagues, family movie nights, and holiday celebrations. Check the events calendar at meridianranch.com.
  • Shops at Meridian Ranch — Local shopping and services within the community.

The Lodge at Stonebridge

"Sometimes retreat is the best way forward."

As a Stonebridge resident, you have exclusive access to the Lodge at Stonebridge — a nearly 10,000 sq ft private clubhouse within walking distance of the home. The Lodge is not open to other Meridian Ranch residents. Its operation, maintenance, and staffing are covered by your monthly Stonebridge fee.

Fitness Center Cardio equipment and weight training
Theatre Room Private screening room for residents and guests
Billiards Full-size pool table
Ping Pong & Air Hockey Game room recreation
Card Gaming Room Dedicated card and tabletop gaming space
Craft Room For arts, crafts, and creative projects
Two Patios Outdoor seating with open space views
Meeting & Club Rooms Private event and gathering spaces
Kitchen & Dining Areas Full kitchen with dining for events and meals
Great Room Large communal living and gathering area

Community Fees & Accounts

As a tenant, you set up and pay two community accounts directly. Both are your responsibility because you directly benefit from the services they cover — water and sewer, trash and recycling pickup, and access to all community amenities.

Stonebridge — $70.00/mo

Meridian Service Metro District (MSMD) — $252.72/mo base

Day-to-Day Essentials

Grocery

  • Walmart Supercenter — Falcon (~10 mi west on Hwy 24)
  • King Soopers — Falcon/Hwy 24 corridor
  • Safeway — Falcon area
  • Costco — Colorado Springs (~25 mi)

Gas Stations

  • Multiple stations along Hwy 24 in Falcon
  • Casey's, Loaf 'N Jug, Maverick — common brands in the area
  • Note: Limited stations within Meridian Ranch itself — plan ahead

Hardware

  • Ace Hardware — Falcon (~10 mi)
  • Home Depot — Colorado Springs (~25 mi)
  • Lowe's — Colorado Springs (~25 mi)

Pharmacy

  • Walgreens — Falcon / Hwy 24 corridor
  • CVS — Falcon area
  • Walmart Pharmacy — Falcon

Medical

  • UCHealth Falcon Health Center — Primary care and urgent care, Falcon (~10 mi). Call ahead for hours.
  • Memorial Hospital North — Full-service hospital, Colorado Springs (~25 mi). Part of UCHealth system.
  • Penrose-St. Francis Medical Center — Colorado Springs (~28 mi). Level II Trauma Center.
  • Emergency: Call 911. Meridian Ranch is served by the Falcon Fire Protection District; serious emergencies are transported to Colorado Springs hospitals.

Dining

  • Madera's Grill and Cantina — Right in Meridian Ranch at the Antler Creek Golf clubhouse. Great for a casual meal without leaving the community.
  • Falcon area (Hwy 24): A growing number of fast-casual and sit-down options — pizza, Mexican, barbecue, and national chains have expanded significantly in recent years.
  • Shops at Meridian Ranch: Some dining and coffee options within the community itself.
  • Colorado Springs: Full range of dining — Tejon Street, Old Colorado City, and the Broadmoor area offer great options for a night out.
  • Delivery services (DoorDash, Uber Eats) have reasonable coverage in Meridian Ranch — check your address in the app.

Parks & Outdoors

  • Meridian Ranch Trails — Miles of community trails winding through 500 acres of open space. Accessible from most streets in the neighborhood.
  • Falcon Regional Park — 215-acre facility with little league fields, sports courts, trails, and an off-leash dog area. A few miles west.
  • Black Forest Trail System — North of Colorado Springs (~20 mi). Wooded trails through ponderosa pine.
  • Pikes Peak — America's Mountain, ~40 miles west. Drive it, hike it, or take the Cog Railway. Visible from the community on clear days.
  • Garden of the Gods — Colorado Springs (~30 mi). Free to enter, stunning red rock formations.
  • Cheyenne Mountain State Park — Colorado Springs (~30 mi). Hiking, biking, and wildlife with the Rockies as a backdrop.
  • Stargazing: Meridian Ranch sits on the edge of the high plains — light pollution is low and the night sky is exceptional on clear nights.

Schools

Meridian Ranch is served by Falcon School District 49, one of the fastest-growing districts in Colorado with modern facilities and strong community investment.

  • Remington Elementary School — Serves Meridian Ranch area (verify current boundary at d49.org)
  • Falcon Middle School — 6–8
  • Falcon High School — 9–12
  • The district's schools are generally modern and well-regarded within El Paso County.
  • For enrollment and boundary lookup: d49.org

Private school and charter options are available in Colorado Springs if preferred.

Tips for Living Here

  • Create your account at meridianservice.org — it's the hub for your water account, community rules, parks, and recreation access.
  • Check the Meridian Ranch events calendar regularly — the community runs a solid year-round program of concerts, movies, and leagues.
  • Keep your gas tank above half — there are limited stations within the community itself, and Peyton winters can make a short trip inconvenient.
  • Stock an ice scraper and snow brush in every vehicle. You'll use it from October through April at this elevation.
  • Check road conditions on Hwy 24 before driving in winter storms — it's the main artery and can ice quickly. CDOT: cotrip.org
  • Tire pressure drops in cold weather at elevation. Check monthly through winter.
  • Dry summers bring elevated wildfire risk in El Paso County. Be fire-smart in the yard and monitor county alerts.
  • Wind is real on the plains. Secure lightweight yard items — patio furniture and canopies can travel fast in open-country gusts.