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Exploring the Fun-Filled Golden Meadows Park in Fort Collins!
What an amazing surprise Golden Meadows Park in Fort Collins was to find! I love that it was a bit off the road, on the other side of the tennis court, with a fitness zone walk and meadow theme. The play area is nice and big with something for every age. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know before you arrive! 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. Garden Meadows Park in Fort Collins Address: 4324 Mcmurry Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525 Bathroom: Yes, there was a portable…
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Check Out the Flying Dragon at Morse Park!
With so many new playgrounds in Colorado this year, we were delighted to see Morse Park on the list. Also known as “the original Lakewood Park”, Morse Park was due for an upgrade and with its new medieval theme and inclusive features, it is sure to delight all who come. 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. Morse Park Logistics Address: 8180 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214 Bathroom: There are some portable bathrooms (in really bad shape when we were there) across the parking lot near the pool. Shade: Yes!…
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Central Park at the Farm, One of the Best Parks in Aurora!
Last week took us on a search for the best parks in Aurora and boy did we find one! Central Park at the Farm is practically unknown and didn’t even show up on my phone’s map. This playground needs to be known and, if you’re in the area, you really need to check it out! Keep reading to see why we loved it so much, even if only to see the picture of the massive rope climbing structure! 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. Central Park at the Farm Logistics…
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Experience Fantastic Views from this Playground in Golden!
A playground in Golden with tall slides and incredible views?! You might be thinking about another playground we bring up often, Estates Park (link below), but not this time. Golden Heights Park is another fantastic playground! From the top of the slide, your kids will feel like they’re on top of the world. You will love the views, however it is very close to I-70 so it doesn’t have the peacefulness of Estates Park. 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: 911 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401 Bathroom: Yes, there…
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Denver’s City Park Playground Grand Re-Opening!
Today marks the grand re-opening of the Dustin Redd Playground at Denver’s City Park! The beloved castle theme runs through with custom equipment, complete with a tall castle tower and large climbable dragon. It has a different feel from the previous playground style, however, I think the kids will love the updates! There are also many additions adding to the inclusiveness and overall accessibility of the playground creating a safe space for all ages and abilities. For information about the reasons for the playground replacement, you can visit the Park Facility Projects page at denvergov.org. Thank you Rocky Mountain Recreation for the sneak peek! This post may contain affiliate links…
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Lee Martinez Park: Playground, Trailhead and A Farm?!
When looking for a fun place to take the kids before school started, I took some time to review recommendations that you all have sent to me. What I found was that Lee Martinez Park has come up over and over again and I was honestly amazed that we hadn’t made it there yet! Well, you all delivered! Not only did we have an amazing time at the playground, but we also took the time to visit The Farm at Lee Martinez Park and they loved it. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional…
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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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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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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…
