Denver Parks and Playgrounds

Use this guide to find parks and playgrounds in Denver where parents and kids can play and spend time outside together. Browse practical details to help you choose a place for your next outing.

Parks and playgrounds

  1. River paths + open spaceCommons ParkCentral Platte Valley · South Platte River Trail connection
  2. Play + culture + lakeCity ParkCity Park · Playground beside zoo and museum
  3. Lake loop + playSloan's Lake ParkSloan Lake · Large lake park with pump track
  4. River meeting + trailsConfluence ParkLower Downtown · Cherry Creek and South Platte confluence
  5. Views + paths + picnicsCheesman ParkCheesman Park · Formal pavilion and scenic views
  6. Lakes + loops + playWashington ParkWashington Park · Two-lake park with broad recreation
  7. Bike skills + playRuby Hill ParkRuby Hill · Bike skills course beside broad park space
  8. Destination play + skatePaco Sanchez ParkWest Colfax · Large play space with skate and water features
  9. Architecture + public artCivic Center ParkCivic Center · Greek Amphitheater and Voorhies Memorial
  10. Lake + play + picnicsCentral ParkCentral Park · Lake and interactive fountain in a large neighborhood park
  11. Mountain views + lawnCranmer ParkHilltop · Elevated scenic views from a formal plaza
  12. Lake + dog park + playBerkeley Lake ParkBerkeley · Lake park with dog area and recreation center
  13. Geology + trails + viewsRed Rocks ParkMorrison · about 15 miles from Denver · Designated trails through landmark rock formations

Wildlife to look for nearby · July

These are examples of wildlife parents and kids may notice in parks and natural areas in and around Denver.

  1. Common yarrow flowersFlat white flower clusters above finely divided leaves · Sunny gardens, grassland edges, and open disturbed ground
  2. Summer native flowersYellow, purple, orange, and white flowers through the heat · Sunny native gardens and Front Range grassland edges
  3. Summer pollinatorsBees and butterflies moving steadily between blooms · Flower-rich gardens and sunny grassland edges
See the seasonal nature calendar

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