• Best Playground in Frisco Colorado
    Ages 2 to 5,  Ages 5 to 12,  All Ages,  Mountain Town Parks,  Parks,  School Playgrounds,  Themed Parks

    The Playground in Frisco that You Can’t Miss!

    Did you know that the most loved playground in Frisco is actually at its town elementary school?! That is important to know as you can only visit after school hours or on weekends! Believe me, it is worth the scheduling though. Frisco’s “Funtastic Funground” is a medieval masterpiece of a playground complete with castle towers, tunnels and a dragon. 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. Funtastic Playground in Frisco Logistics Address: 800 8th Ave, Frisco, CO 80443 Bathroom: Yes, there is a portable restroom near the parking lot. Shade: There…

  • Michael Northey Arvada Park playground
    Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  School Playgrounds

    Bonus Playground when You Visit this Arvada Park!

    If you’re looking for a great Arvada park, especially on a weekend, check out Michael Northey Park. The reason I say the weekend (or really any non-school hour) is because the school playground right next to it is amazing too! Keep reading to see why these two playgrounds make for a fantastic family outing… 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. Michael Northey Park Logistics Address: 11364 W 84th Ave, Arvada, CO 80005 Bathroom: No. Unfortunately the closest restroom is at the gas station on 80th & Kipling. Shade: Yes. There…

  • Erie Colorado Star Meadows park
    Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  School Playgrounds,  Themed Parks

    Climb the Moon at Star Meadows Park in Erie!

    For my science loving 8 year old, this was high on her list to visit once she heard it had a moon theme! The girls loved that they could try climbing the moon, there were moon rocks to spin and a statue near the benches even showed the different phases of the moon. They also thought it was fun following the spiral path to be a human sundial! There was no shade on the playground but there is a large section of covered tables if you need a break from the sun. Also good to know, there is a portable bathroom right by the parking lot! Address: Flatiron Meadows Blvd,…

  • Sierra Elementary
    Parks,  School Playgrounds

    3 Reasons to Check Out This School Playground in Arvada!

    The other day I posed a question to friends about who has the best elementary school playground and Sierra Elementary was one of the first to come up. Nestled in a neighborhood in Arvada (near 80th, between Kipling & Simms), we were not led astray…it was impressive! Address: 7771 Oak St, Arvada, CO 80005 It’s New! This playground was just completely updated making it new, exciting and full of fun equipment! The girls and I were instantly in awe of the playground structures, rainbow sun catchers and the overall size of the play area. Obstacle Course Fun! For most of the time we were there, the kids designed and ran…