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Writer’s Vista Park in Littleton, Tall Slide and Great View!
After a day of playing at Chatfield Reservoir, we just had to find a park in Littleton for a quick stop! Writer’s Vista Park was perfect, it had a bit of everything for the girls. For me, I loved that it was peaceful and had gorgeous views! 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. Writer’s Vista Park Logistics Address: 1900 W Mineral Ave, Littleton, CO 80120 Bathroom: Yes, there is a bathroom building available. Shade: There is a pavilion shading multiple picnic tables and a few shade panels above the play…
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Hop on Down to Hopper Hollow Park in Wheat Ridge!
If you haven’t been to the Hopper Hollow Park in Wheat Ridge, it’s time to check it out! We love a good themed playground and couldn’t wait to finally visit. You will find giant grasshoppers atop the picnic table pavilions, ladybug spots and the merry go round looks like a lily pad floating down the creek. 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. Hopper Hollow Park Logistics Address: 6351 W 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Bathroom: Yes, there was a portable available across a small grass field. Shade: Some. There are…
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Unique Play Experience at Sugar Beet Park!
I was intrigued when a friend mentioned Sugar Beet Park in Fort Collins, Colorado. I had no idea what a sugar beet was, let alone how they’d design a playground around it! What we found was an extremely well done park design giving homage to the history of Fort Collins. It is like visiting an outdoor museum! 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. Sugar Beet Park Logistics Address: 524 San Cristo St, Fort Collins, CO 80524 “The location of Sugar Beet Park in Fort Collins is central to three neighborhoods,…
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Park with Shade, Fitness and Lakeside Fun in Lafayette!
By far, the most common question I get asked is “Can you recommend a good park with shade?”. Sadly, this is a tough one to answer! There just aren’t that many great playgrounds covered in shade in Colorado. However, there are a few, and Waneka Lake Park is my favorite to recommend! 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. Waneka Lake Park Logistics Address: 1600 Caria Dr, Lafayette, CO 80026 Bathroom: Yes, there is a bathroom available near the lake. Shade: YES! Best feature of Waneka Lake is that it has…
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No Fear of Heights Allowed at this Fort Collins Park!
I have to admit, this Fort Collins park caused me some confusion… I read about the brand new playground at Crescent Park on the City of Fort Collins page, but then I couldn’t find it by name on any map! Apparently, this neighborhood park is also called Maple Hill Park in some locations (like the Google Map below). Regardless of the name confusion, Crescent Park was an exciting find for our family! 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. Crescent Park Logistics Address: 2238 Maple Hill Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524…
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Painted Prairie brings Swiss Family Robinson to Life!
Did you grow up watching Swiss Family Robinson? I did! Your childhood treehouse dreams will come to life at High Prairie Park in Aurora’s new Painted Prairie neighborhood. With the gorgeous view of the mountains and airplanes overhead, you’ll be transported to another land that your kiddos will love! For more details about the park design by Beanstalk Builders, check out this article. 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: E 59th Pl & N Orleans St, Aurora, CO 80019 Bathroom: Unfortunately no, unless you count the portables out for…
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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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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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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…
