One of the most striking aspects of Chatfield Farms — and the reason for its development as a place of agriculture — is its location along Deer Creek. Here at the base of the foothills, water from the mountains would carve its way to Chatfield, depositing alluvial soils and forming over time a riparian floodplain landscape. The proximity of water, well-draining soils, and relatively level land support Chatfield as a refuge and source of life. As the City of Denver and the entire Front Range continues to expand, this place will become even more precious as a place of research and education, habitat preservation, and a source of food and a safeguard of crop diversity.

The new master development plan guides growth and development for the entire site with expanded visitor services, new gardens and demonstration spaces, a new riparian nature walk, and several new structures including a new welcome center, education center, restaurant and stage.