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4 Fantastic Playgrounds in Broomfield’s New Prospect Park!
My first thought whenever I see a new housing development, like Prospect Park in Broomfield, is always about the new playgrounds that will be built. In this case, we not only found one good playground, we found a whole bunch! And I have no doubt that as the area is developed, I’ll have to update this post with even more. As you’ll see, some of the parks below have an approximate address or no name so please reach out or comment if you have any questions. This post may contain affiliate links and while we may earn compensation when you click on the links, it is at no additional cost…
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Inclusive Fun Awaits at Carpenter Park in Thornton!
Join us as we review the best playgrounds in Colorado. Check out the fun colored, inclusive Carpenter Park in Thornton with a splash pad!
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NEW Inclusive Playground in Commerce City!
I don’t know about you, but this start to the school year has been tricky. We’ve been online, now we’re a hybrid model, we had a teacher out for a week…it’s been (and continues to be) quite the adjustment! So, when we finally felt like we had a good time to get back to the parks, we wanted it to be a big deal. We decided on Veterans Memorial Park, the new inclusive playground in Commerce City, and we were more than happy with that choice! The play area was huge, the equipment was colorful and great for all ages, and there was even a nature play area. Keep reading…
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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…
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Here’s Your Ticket to Ride at Longmont’s Train Park!
After a hot morning of shade-less playgrounds, we were pleasantly surprised to come across this adorable train park in Longmont! We love a good theme and this train play structure at Collyer Park was enjoyed by all. And, if your kiddo is a train lover, the park is next to actual train tracks where you can watch real trains roll by! 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. Collyer Park Logistics Address: 619 Collyer St, Longmont, CO 80501 Bathroom: Yes. There is a bathroom building available with running water sink. Shade:…
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Greeley’s Inclusive Playground Provides Fun for All!
Have you visited an “inclusive playground”? Chances are that the playgrounds near you are “ADA compliant” but there still aren’t many features made for kids of all abilities to enjoy. I love Aven’s Village in Greeley because it is truly inclusive, in other words, designed for ALL. The rubber flooring and ramps allow easy access for wheelchairs, the chair zipline and swings give everyone a turn, and the overall feel of the park is happy and playful. Aven’s Village at the Island Grove Regional Park joins our list of best themed playgrounds in Colorado. Its “Old West” theme shines through in every direction you turn and it is absolutely worth…
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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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Blue Heron Park Delights with its Lake Views and New Playgrounds!
Have you heard of Blue Heron Park? I hadn’t! We have readers from across Colorado so I’ve been researching new playgrounds in cities far from my own. In the process, I had the pleasure of speaking with someone from Foothills Parks and Recreation District a few months ago. She alerted me to two playgrounds updated in 2019 at Christensen Meadows Park and Blue Heron Park. So, what were we to do? Go visit both of course! 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. Blue Heron Park Logistics Address: 5518 S. Quail…
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Dinosaur Thrills at Trail Winds’ Indoor Playground!
Have you been to the new indoor playground at Thornton’s Trail Winds Rec Center? It will be your dinosaur-loving child’s new favorite place to go! The play area is completely true to its theme AND it’s FREE! 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: 13495 Holly St, Thornton, CO 80602 Based on REAL dinosaur bones found in Colorado! What makes this playground even more amazing is that it resembles the real dinosaur fossils uncovered in Thornton just a few years ago. In 2017, scientists discovered that the bones found were…
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T-Rex Fans Will Love this Dinosaur Park in Boulder!
We sure love themed playgrounds and recently came across this dinosaur park in Boulder, Colorado (otherwise known as East Boulder Community Park). An older playground with well used equipment, but by far the favorite stop of the day for our girls. With the large T-Rex watching from the middle of the play area, it brings out imagination galore. 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: 5660 Sioux Dr, Boulder, CO 80303 Park Logistics Bathroom: The playground is near the East Boulder Community Center, however if that is closed, we spotted…
