Many updates took place at Canterbury Park in Aurora in 2022 and we’re excited to share them with you! The play area is more accessible, a new walking path was added and clubhouse-themed equipment was built for all ages to enjoy. Meet friends for a picnic under the new shade panels and a ride on the “friendship swing”!
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Address: 1400 S Joliet St, Aurora, CO 80012
Bathroom: No restroom available at the park. The closest option would be the nearby Target, which backs up to the park.
Shade: There are a couple of large shade covers on the hillside and large trees nearby. Most of the play equipment is unshaded.
Surface: Rubber surfacing and turf cover the play areas.
Don’t forget to take along some of our park favorites!
Age Recommendations: Canterbury Park in Aurora has equipment for ages 2 to 5 and 5 to 12, making it a great stop for the whole family. The younger kids have a separate play structure with rocks to climb, a slide and it’s adorned with “Kids Only” above.
Inclusive Features: Prior to the updates, Canterbury Park did not have walkways through the playground, now there are walkways as well as the more accessible rubber surfacing throughout. There is a music panel with bells available on the larger play structure for sensory play.
Swings: There are two unique swing options – a disc-shaped swing able to hold a few kids and a “Friendship Swing”!
Water Features: None. If you’re looking for a splash pad nearby, check out Great Plains Park on our map!
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The playground at Canterbury Park in Aurora has many unique features that your kids will love! In addition to the multi-person swings above, there is also this spinning sphere to enjoy with friends. With two heights, and ways to ride inside or out, this brings a whole new level to traditional spinners.
There are two play structures, one for ages 2 to 5 and another for 5 to 12. Both structures have a clubhouse feel with “Kids Only” signs and many activities throughout. The larger structure has straight monkey bars, various types of ladders, slides, a bridge across and floating steps.
Another great playground isn’t too far away…McMullen Park in Aurora! With its rubber surface, sensory panels and accessible merry go round, this is a wonderful inclusive playground!
Adjacent to the playground at Canterbury Park in Aurora is a large grass field surrounded by a 0.3-mile walking loop. The location is right by E Mississippi Ave and S Havana St so there are many places to eat or shop nearby. You can pick up lunch for a picnic or a Starbucks on the way!
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