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  • Highlands Ranch Park Cougar Run Park playground Colorado
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    Fun for All Ages at Cougar Run Park in Highlands Ranch!

    May 11, 2021 / 0 Comments

    Cougar Run Park in Highlands Ranch Colorado is a great spot to take kids young and old. They'll love the cougar that greets them and the branch out rope play structure!

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  • Arapaho Park in Centennial Colorado with giant slides and playground
    Ages 2 to 5,  Ages 5 to 12,  All Ages,  Inclusive/Sensory Parks,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  Toddler Friendly,  Tweens/Teens

    Arapaho Park in Centennial will Take you by Surprise!

    April 27, 2021 / 3 Comments

    Although this playground is located near E-470 and University, you’d never know that just a few blocks in, you’ll find this incredible park in Centennial! As you’ll see below, Arapaho Park is the perfect spot for your next family outing, including the older kids and grandparents. There is shade, a large play area and multiple sport options,, there’s even a bathroom! We went right after record breaking snow, which goes to show you that Colorado playgrounds are wonderful year round. 😉 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. Arapaho Park Logistics…

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  • Slides and Sunshine partnered with Voice of Play to share importance of play in the emotional health of kids
    All Ages,  Nature Play Area,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  Splash Pad,  Themed Parks

    4 Reasons to Get Back to Your Local Park (and the Parks to Check Out First!)

    April 23, 2021 / 38 Comments

    Not only are playgrounds necessary for physical and social benefits, you'll see how they help with mental health through stress relief and emotional release.

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  • Littles Creek Park playground in Littleton Colorado
    Ages 2 to 5,  Ages 5 to 12,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  Themed Parks,  Toddler Friendly

    Get Ready to Set Sail at Littles Creek Park in Littleton!

    April 15, 2021 / 3 Comments

    After hearing about an “adorable ship park in Littleton” by more than one mom in the area, I knew we needed to check it out! They were absolutely right, it was wonderful and we are excited to share it with all of you. 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. Littles Creek Park Logistics Address: 6701 S Broadway, Littleton, CO 80120 (You have to park along Sterne Parkway and walk a short distance) Bathroom: None available. The closest option is a Circle K across the street. Shade: Unfortunately, no shade over…

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  • Nature playground at Aurora Nome Park
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    Enjoy Nature-themed Play at this Aurora Park!

    April 9, 2021 / 2 Comments

    The nature-inspired play theme is popping up all over Colorado and this Aurora park was a pleasant surprise! At first we thought there wasn’t even a playground at Nome Park as we looked across the football practice fields and parking lot, but luckily we kept circling and found this hidden gem. 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: 1200 Nome St, Aurora, CO 80010 Bathroom: None. Shade: There is a pavilion covering two picnic tables, some trees that will provide shade near the fitness zone, however no shade over the…

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  • Paco Sanchez Park playground in Denver Colorado
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    Paco Sanchez Park, the Biggest Playground in Denver, Has Gotten Even Bigger!

    April 3, 2021 / 33 Comments

    If you’ve been following us at Slides and Sunshine for a while, you know that we reviewed Paco Sanchez Park in 2019. What you might not know though is that the playground grew with the implementation of Phase 2 and is better than ever! For pictures and details from our first visit to Paco Sanchez Park, visit https://slidesandsunshine.com/the-ultimate-playground-in-denver/. Thank you to Denver-based Aksels for gifting us these amazing hats and shirts. If you love what you see, check out their website and use code SLIDES for a 20% discount on non-sales items! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links,…

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  • Tallest slides in Colorado
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    14 of the Tallest Slides in Colorado

    March 18, 2021 / 1 Comment

    Around here, we talk “14er’s” (mountain peaks over 14,000 feet), but today we’re talking about the “playground 14er’s”… 14 of the tallest slides in Colorado! If you have older kids/teens/tweens or more adventurous children, this is the list for you! 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. 1 Twin Silo Park – Fort Collins 5552-5564 Ziegler Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80528 A slide that high traveling between giant silos?! Count us in! Check out our full review to not only see one of the tallest slides in Colorado, but also to…

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    The Most Fun You’ll Ever Have on a Tractor!

    January 13, 2020 / 1 Comment

    “Mommy, can we go to that barn park again? Pleeeeaaassseee?” At least once every summer, I get that question and I always know exactly which park the girls are requesting…Britton Park. This little gem is located just west of 68th and Sheridan, yet you would never know it existed, even if you drove along Sheridan daily! Britton Park is another one of Arvada’s best and you’ll see why… 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: 5574 W 69th Ave, Arvada, CO 80003 Bathroom/Shade: Unfortunately, no bathroom options at this park…

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  • Clear Creek Valley Park Arvada Slide
    Ages 2 to 5,  Ages 5 to 12,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks,  Themed Parks,  Toddler Friendly

    The Most Amazing Arvada Park You’ve Driven By and Never Noticed!

    October 7, 2019 / 4 Comments

    If you drive along I-76, you have passed this park, and I will tell you right now, it is worth the stop! My girls absolutely love Clear Creek Valley Park and I’ll tell you why! 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: 3700 W 58th Pl, Arvada, CO 80002 Bathroom/Shade: The park is still quite new so there isn’t a lot of shade from trees yet, however, there are covered pavilions for the parents and some rooftops on the play structures. There is a bathroom building and running water fountain…

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