• Nature playground at Aurora Nome Park
    All Ages,  Fitness Park,  Nature Play Area,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks

    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…

  • Horizontal image of new Broomfield Inclusive playground
    Inclusive/Sensory Parks,  Neighborhood Parks,  Parks

    Broomfield Introduces New Inclusive Playground!

    It’s time to visit the new Broomfield inclusive playground! Broomfield County Commons Park is now a PlayCore National Demonstration Site and has been designated as “a project of excellence for meeting best practices that promote inclusive play and recreation.” Not only that, it is also a demonstration site for youth fitness! This is truly a playground for the entire family to enjoy. 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: 13200 Sheridan Boulevard, Broomfield, CO 80020 Bathroom: Yes, there is a large pavilion serving the playground and surrounding soccer and football…

  • Neighborhood Parks,  Parks

    Hidden Gem in Lyons!

    Just into the Colorado foothills in the small town of Lyons, you will find a true hidden gem of a park! LaVern M. Johnson park was not just a playground, it was a DESTINATION so plan to stay there for at least a few hours and invite friends along! Address: 600 Park Dr, Lyons, CO 80540 Unique Features: Where do I begin?? There is so much to this park that kids of all ages will enjoy! What struck me first was the whimsical feel to the play house and other play structures. It brings out so much imagination with who built the house and there is so much included outside…