Larkspur Fire Engine 161, Medic 161, Medic 162, Brush 161, and Brush 162 parked in front of a barn

Larkspur firefighters performing fire supression operations during a wildland firefighter

Photo from the Larkspur Fire wildland deployment of a torching tree

Larkspur Fire Engine 161, Medic 161, Medic 162, Brush 161, and Brush 162 parked in front of a barn

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Welcome to
Larkspur Fire Protection District

Dedicated to our community through quality services, compassion, and excellence.

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News and Updates

Larkspur Fire Protection District five year strategic plan cover. Prepared by the strategic planning commitee

Larkspur Fire Chief Tim McCawley, with the support of other LFPD members, has worked hard over several months to build an outline for the future of Larkspur Fire Protection District. The five-year strategic plan is built around the community's vision of what LFPD should look like. The priorities outlined in the strategic plan are staffing, training, capital acquisition, information technology, professional accreditation, and revenue sustainability.

Click Here to learn more about the Strategic Plan 2026-2030.

Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly has imposed fire restrictions effective December 15, 2025. This restriction includes open burning of any kind, the use of fireworks, and the use of model rockets.

Click Here to learn more about fire restrictions effective December 15th.

Larkspur firefighter using a drip torch during a prescribed burn

Fire Protection

LFPD has Firefighter/EMTs on duty at all times. Paid staff is augmented with around 35 trained and certified volunteer firefighters.

Fire Prevention

You know the saying: "an ounce of prevention . . ." We're ready, 24/7 to respond to your emergency, but we'd prefer to prevent them. From wildfire mitigation property reviews to new business inspections, we're here to help.

Larkspur firefighters using extrication tools to gain access to a car during training.

Ambulance

We operate an Advanced Life Support ambulance transport service. Our fleet consists of 3 ambulances; two located at Station 161 in the Town of Larkspur and one located at Station 162 in Perry Park.

Emergency Medical Ambulance Information

Fire Auxillary

The Larkspur Volunteer Fire Auxiliary supports the department through fundraising efforts, educational programs, and participation in community activities. Learn more at www.larkspuraux.org.

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Image of LFPD members performing fire supression of a vehicle during a training exercise.

Volunteers

Larkspur began as a volunteer fire department and volunteers are still critical to our success today. See if you have what it takes here and consider joining us. All requirements are listed on our application and include: you must be at least 18; have a valid Colorado drivers' license and have a high school diploma or GED.

Disctrict Map

The Larkspur Fire Protection District covers 110 square miles in Douglas County, Colorado. We have three stations to provide fire and emergency medical services to our residents and travelers. We also maintain aid agreements with neighboring departments so that additional personnel and equipment can be brought in when needed.

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