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Enjoy Nature at these 3 Unique Boulder County Playgrounds!
Colorado is full of unique places to play indoors and out with your family! One area that stands out with a more natural-feel is Boulder County. There are parks with huge trees overhead and streams nearby, there are logs to climb and ropes to swing on, and parks where you can take risks and test your abilities. Check out these three unique Boulder County Playgrounds and visit one this summer! This article is brought to you by JROC Properties, your top choice when relocating and selling property and homes in Boulder County. Â #1 Boulder Library Playground Address: 1001 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302 The Creekside Playground at the Boulder…
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Saint Bernard Fun at the NEW Lakecrest Park!
Ok, so the Saint Bernard at Lakecrest Park is small, but it’s too cute not to mention! We love elements that make a playground unique and easily identifiable by the kids. Can’t you hear them now?…”I want to go to the park with the dog!”. The playground also includes adorable playhouse features, rope climbers, swings and a scavenger hunt! The updated playground at Lakecrest Park is part of the Town of Arvada’s TLC “Taking Lasting Care” program. Stay tuned as this will lead to more updated parks across Arvada in 2023! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it…
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Experience the Pioneer Life at Arvada’s Danny Kendrick Park West!
One of the questions I get asked most often is “Which playgrounds have shade?” which makes me excited to share Danny Kendrick Park West with you! This shaded Arvada park is tucked into a neighborhood along the Ralston Creek Trail making it a true hidden gem. The Danny Kendrick Park West (there’s an East park too so make sure you click the address below for the location) was redone within the last few years and is wonderful with its “Pioneer West” theme. I can’t wait for you to check it out! This park review is sponsored by MathTutorDenver.com, your answer to helping kids with all of their mathematical needs. Visit their…
- Ages 2 to 5, Ages 5 to 12, All Ages, Inclusive/Sensory Parks, Nature Play Area, Neighborhood Parks, Parks, Splash Pad
New Westminster Playground Takes “Nature Play” to the Next Level!
I have been impatiently waiting for this new Westminster playground to open and I’m so excited to say that the day is here! “Nature Playgrounds” have been popping up all over Colorado, but the Westminster Station Playground is taking it to a whole new level! One aspect that I found particularly exciting was the focus on accessibility and inclusiveness. The large treehouses and bridges between are wheelchair-friendly and the future water feature will be accessible by all ages and abilities as well! Continue reading to see even more reasons why you need to visit Westminster Station Nature Playground! This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation…
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Suprisingly High Slide at this Arvada Park!
We have found another Arvada park to add to your must visit list! Memorial Park provides thrills with its massive play structure and highest slide in the area. With its central Arvada location, you’ll find many other amenities nearby such as a skate park and the Johnny Roberts Memorial disc golf course! Keep reading to see what makes this park such a great spot to take your kiddos ages 5 and up… 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: 8001 W 59th Ave, Arvada, CO 80004 Bathroom: There is a…
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Challenges Await at this New Playground in Aurora!
Oh my goodness, your kids will flip over this new playground in Aurora! I have no doubt it will be an instant favorite for your little climbers. Beware though, if it is too challenging, you may have to go up to rescue them 😉 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. Hampden Run Playground Logistics Address: 3501 S Uravan St, Aurora, CO 80013 Bathroom: No. There are some restaurant options close by or a Safeway at the corner of E Hampden Ave and S Tower Road if you need a rest…
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Have You Been to the Lafayette Chicken Park?!
My daughters and I love Silver Creek Park (or most well known as “the chicken park”) in Lafayette, Colorado! With its adorable scavenger hunt, long zipline and so much more, it is a favorite park for all in the area. Honestly, the only reason we don’t spend more time there is because there is no bathroom 😉 Address: 612-566 Starline Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026 This poultry farm-themed park was inspired by the previous owners of the property, the Nuoci family. There is a plaque at the entrance along with the historic grain mixer from their farm, noting “one of the region’s largest poultry farms from 1920 to 1978.” I enjoy…
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Unique Space-themed Park Complete with Moon Rover!
Talk about a trip down memory lane! I grew up one block from Ralston Valley Park and used to ride my bike there often with my sister and friends. Well, things have changed and this was definitely not that same playground! Nestled in the middle of the Ralston Valley Creek trail, you will find this renovated, space-themed playground that takes your breath away! With so many picnic tables, shaded play areas, and bike/walking path, your entire family will enjoy this trip to Arvada. 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:…
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The Most Amazing Arvada Park You’ve Driven By and Never Noticed!
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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Twin Silo Park, A Farm-themed Playground Like No Other!
If you haven’t been to Fort Collins lately, I am going to show you why your kids will be begging for a trip there soon! Twin Silo Park is INCREDIBLE! I am calling it farm-themed because there are silos and a giant barn structure but that is really where the similarities end. We had never seen a park like this! 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: 5552-5564 Ziegler Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80528 Bathroom/Shade: There is a well kept, large bathroom building as well as water fountains. The kids…
