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Fun for All Ages at Cougar Run Park in Highlands Ranch!
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!
- 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!
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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Get Ready to Set Sail at Littles Creek Park in Littleton!
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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Enjoy Nature-themed Play at this Aurora Park!
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, the Biggest Playground in Denver, Has Gotten Even Bigger!
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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This Expansive Lakewood Park will Delight All Ages
Built in 2017, Carmody Park became Lakewood’s first “universal playground”. After visiting, I can agree, there is something for everyone! It is an imaginative place that stimulates creative play and healthy physical activity, and includes features such as mounds, ramps and structures that children of all ages and abilities can play in. City of Lakewood 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. Carmody Park Logistics Address: 2200 S Kipling St, Lakewood, CO 80227 Bathroom: There is a restroom building with drinking fountains and fillable dog bowl. Shade: There is very little…
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4 Fantastic Playgrounds in Broomfield’s New Prospect Park!
My first thought whenever I see a new housing development, like Prospect Park in Broomfield, is always about the new playgrounds that will be built. In this case, we not only found one good playground, we found a whole bunch! And I have no doubt that as the area is developed, I’ll have to update this post with even more. As you’ll see, some of the parks below have an approximate address or no name so please reach out or comment if you have any questions. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost…
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Lilley Gulch Park and its Colorado-themed Adventure!
If you’re looking for a fun way for your kids to learn about Colorado, take a trip to Lilley Gulch Park! With the Mt Everest climbing bars, local animal tracks and Gold Rush map, your little ones will get some hometown history as they play. There is a reason I’m writing this in January though…there is no shade making it a tough spot during the summer, but perfect for the winter! 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: 9587 W Caley Ave, Littleton, CO 80123 Bathroom: No bathroom at the…
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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…
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This Brighton Park Brings Amusement to All!
Daniel Carmichael Park, named after the city’s Founder, will delight your children with its fun colors and circus feel – it is a well-loved Brighton park! While the rubber playground surfacing (playground floor) has seen better days, the equipment was in good shape and the girls had a fantastic time. 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. Park Logistics Address: 650 E Southern St, Brighton, CO 80601 Bathroom/Shade: The park has a nice pavilion (reserve here) with a few covered picnic tables and bathroom building. However, because the building is between…
