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Hometown Pride at Colorado Park
Brighton has updated Colorado Park with new equipment and it is a hit! The Colorado flag surface is a fun sight and the kids will enjoy obstacles, spinners and more. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Colorado Park Logistics Address: 254 Miller Street, Brighton, CO 80601 Bathroom: Yes, there is a small bathroom building. (Currently closed due to COVID-19) Shade: Yes! There are two pavilions with picnic tables and there is also quite a bit of shade produced from the large trees next to the park entrance. The best time to…
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Stars & Stripes Inspire at Brighton’s NEW Veterans Park!
The minute we pulled up to Brighton’s completely new Veterans Park playground, I knew it would be perfect to share for Independence Day! With the red, white and blue play structure and stars & stripes flooring, its Veterans-theme runs true. You’ll feel American pride as you watch the kids experience this amazing playground. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Veterans Park Logistics Address: 405 W Bridge St, Brighton, CO 80601 Bathroom: Yes, there is a bathroom building at Veterans Park (however, it is currently closed due to COVID-19). Shade: Some.…
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Swing through Summer at Longmont’s NEW Carr Park Playground!
For the next trip you take to Longmont, Carr Park needs to be on your agenda! This completely updated playground is a blast for all, adults will be out enjoying the fun too! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 1301 21st Ave, Longmont, CO 80501 Bathroom: Yes! There is a bathroom building with running sinks and hand dryer. No soap though so make sure to take along some hand sanitizer or wet wipes 😉 Shade: There are some large trees along the south side of the playground providing shade…
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Northmoor Sensory Playground (and a bonus playground too!)
You may read this title and think “What makes a playground a sensory playground?” Or, maybe your child needs a sensory playground and you’ve been searching for more options. This was a new term for me a few years ago, here’s what I found… A sensory playground provides a solution for children on the spectrum. Specifically designed to meet their needs, a sensory playground offers ASD children the type of sensory input they’re most comfortable with, while fostering enhanced motor skills, balance and coordination. Fun Factory Sensory Gym There are many aspects that make up a sensory playground, including more space between equipment, areas/panels for individual play, and a focus…
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Blue Heron Park Delights with its Lake Views and New Playgrounds!
Have you heard of Blue Heron Park? I hadn’t! We have readers from across Colorado so I’ve been researching new playgrounds in cities far from my own. In the process, I had the pleasure of speaking with someone from Foothills Parks and Recreation District a few months ago. She alerted me to two playgrounds updated in 2019 at Christensen Meadows Park and Blue Heron Park. So, what were we to do? Go visit both of course! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Blue Heron Park Logistics Address: 5518 S. Quail…
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Two Must-See Playgrounds in Firestone!
In our search to find the best playgrounds in Firestone, we asked friends in the area, reviewed the town website and looked for pictures on Google. That research brought us to our first park, however, the second park was small world coincidence for sure! If you have met us at a park, you probably found out about Slides & Sunshine from my oldest daughter. She could have a future in marketing! Anyway, after she shared what we do with a local grandmother at park #1, we found out that she was an expert on nearby parks! We had a short amount of time but she convinced us to make a…
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NEW Playground in Broomfield for your Little Climbers!
Did you know that the Broadlands West playground in Broomfield was recently redone? It has some fantastic equipment for your older kids and more adventurous littles! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: Meadow Mountain Road and Sheridan Boulevard,Broomfield, CO 80020 Broadlands West Playground Logistics Bathroom: Yes! There is a portable restroom near the parking lot. Shade: Possibly my favorite part of the play structure …the large shade cover! It doesn’t help every slide but it does make a difference overall. There are also some shade trees near the playground. Age…
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A Swing Zipline?! Nottingham Park in Avon is a must see!
Warning, after reading this, your kids will be begging for a stop at Harry A. Nottingham Park in Avon during all future Colorado mountain drives! 🙂 The playground is large, with something for everyone, but there’s really one reason you’ll be going…the swing zipline! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 414 W Beaver Creek Blvd, Avon, CO 81620 (Directions led me one block early, continue past the condos and you’ll see playground and parking along the road.) Check out these Mom Must Haves! Bathroom: There is a restroom building…
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Here’s Why Longs Peak is One of the Best Parks in Erie!
Unless your child has had soccer or baseball practice here, you probably have no idea that one of the best parks in Erie is tucked in this quiet neighborhood. Longs Peak Park is one of our family favorites for a few reasons, but for me, it is the peacefulness and view of, you guessed it, Longs Peak! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Longs Peak Park Logistics Address: 311 Wheat Berry Dr, Erie, CO 80516 Bathroom: Yes, there is one portable restroom near the baseball field. Shade: The play equipment…
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Dinosaur Thrills at Trail Winds’ Indoor Playground!
Have you been to the new indoor playground at Thornton’s Trail Winds Rec Center? It will be your dinosaur-loving child’s new favorite place to go! The play area is completely true to its theme AND it’s FREE! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost to you. Address: 13495 Holly St, Thornton, CO 80602 Based on REAL dinosaur bones found in Colorado! What makes this playground even more amazing is that it resembles the real dinosaur fossils uncovered in Thornton just a few years ago. In 2017, scientists discovered that the bones found were…
