• best playground in Thornton Riverwalk Park
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    Enjoy New Adventures at this Playground in Thornton!

    We have found another fabulous playground in Thornton, this time at the Riverwalk Ball Fields and Batting Cages! As a 2019 Starburst Award recipient, the entire park boasts lighted baseball and softball fields, large pavilion, batting cages and new playground. 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. Riverwalk Playground Logistics Address: 9830 Riverdale Rd, Thornton, CO 80229 Bathroom: Yes! There is a very nice bathroom facility available. Shade: There are a couple canopies providing shade over the play structure, however, the slides are uncovered and can get hot. You will also…

  • Best Park in Louisville swing
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    Best Park in Louisville for Your Active Family

    Heritage Park is the best park in Louisville, Colorado for your sport-loving family! As you’ll see below, there are all kinds of amenities at the park like sand volleyball, basketball and large grassy field for play. Add in the adorable playground and you will have something for everyone! The location was peaceful (with squirrels everywhere!) that will be enjoyed all year long. Looking for a splash pad or dog park nearby? Louisville Community Park is just a few minutes away! 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: 1117 W Cherry…

  • Rainbow East Arvada Gorilla
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    Jungle Updates Delight at this Arvada Park

    The Town of Arvada has really impressed us with their commitment to updating older playground equipment. Just this month, as part of the “Taking Lasting Care” (TLC) program, the Rainbow East park was completely redone to provide a safer, more imaginative playground. 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: 8181 Yarrow Street, Arvada CO 80005 **Note that Rainbow East Park is also called Rainbow III Park or Rainbow Three Park depending on which map you use. It is just northwest of 80th & Wadsworth. Bathroom: Unfortunately, no bathroom at this…

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    Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park in Westminster is Darling!

    I honestly can’t believe it has taken me this long to write about the Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park because it is one of our favorites! As you’ll see from the pictures below, it is filled with all kinds of unique details that young kids will love. Address: 10765 Moore St, Westminster, CO 80021 Bathroom/Shade: Unfortunately, no bathroom at the park or close by so plan accordingly. There is some shade along the sides of the park and canopies over the picnic tables, however, all of the playground equipment is uncovered and can get hot. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on…

  • Erie Colorado Star Meadows park
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    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,…

  • Amber Creek Park best parks in Thornton Colorado
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    Dual Zipline for the Win in Thornton!

    If you live anywhere near Thornton, or even if you don’t, you have got to check out Amber Creek Park! It was recommended to me by a friend that lives in that area and she wasn’t kidding when she said it was amazing! Address: 6745 E 134th Ave, Thornton, CO 80602 Recommended Ages: All kids will enjoy this park! There is a more traditional play structure with slides, a disc swing, baby swings and spinners for the little ones. My older kids went straight for the dual zipline and rock climbing! Unique Features: The side by side ziplines were definitely our favorite part. The girls raced each other, tried sitting…

  • Brighton Park
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    Favorite park in Brighton!

    The girls and I took a day trip to Brighton, CO and visited 5 parks – it was a bit ambitious for sure! After all was said and done though, a clear favorite was shared by us all… Brighton Park is farm-themed and sits just north of the Brighton Recreation Center. The girls were in awe as we drove up and I had to pull them away when it was time to leave! Address: 555 North 11th Ave, Brighton, CO 80601 Recommended Ages: All! Any kid that enjoys playgrounds will find something here. The ramps and adorable farm animals make it perfect for the littles, and the three story slides…

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    Northern Lights Park, For All the Baseball Fans in Thornton!

    Baseball lovers of Colorado, let me introduce you to Northern Lights park! This playground is located in Thornton at 13800 York St, Thornton, CO 80241 and is surrounded by the Northern Lights ball fields. Recommended Ages: ALL! We loved this park because there really was something for everyone. (Disclaimer: the sign says it was designed for kids ages 5 to 12, however almost all of the kids there were under 5 and having a great time.) Accessibility: There are ramps throughout the structure making it easy for everyone to participate and play. There were also games & learning signs throughout the structure with mazes to solve, a matching game and…