A passerby on Parker Road spotted a fire in Cherry Creek State Park and called 911 around 2:57 a.m. Tuesday, the Cunningham Fire Protection District says.
Ten units from South Metro Fire and the Cunningham Fire Protection District responded to the wind-driven fire.
The fire, which is estimated as between 8 and 10 acres in size, is now under control.
Crews will stay on scene to monitor the area.