Nice easy lake side trail. I hadn't done it in years and had forgotten that you have to descend and…read moreascend stairs by the dam to complete the whole trail, so had to backtrack since I had a stroller. It was still a fun walk.

Nice lake, trail goes around the whole lake. Takes about half to an hour to walk the whole trail…read more There's a small rental shop for paddle boards and kayak. Parking lot available for guests.

Kendrick Lake Park is top-notch. The lake and gardens are truly beautiful. The playground is well…read moremaintained and very fun. There is a covered picnic area close to the playground and lake which would make it a great place for a kids party. The lake path around the lake makes for a nice walk and the bathroom ms are clean and maintained.

Not a bad little park. People are fairly respectful, it's pretty clean, and there's ample parking…read more Dogs are welcome though need to be leashed and almost everyone follows this, however not everyone is cognizant of how their dog is doing on the leash (it's OK to make it shorter if the pup isn't behaving will and there are people around) and there is sometimes trash around the bathrooms.

Went for a guided moonlight walk. Ranger Grace showed us the Harvest Moon. Explained every step…read moreof our hike Awesome!!!

Great Lake near town to go paddle boarding or kayaking for $10 all day! They have designated…read moreswimming area and lap swim area. Bathrooms are available and there is plenty of parking

What a great spot here in Lakewood for a stroll, a run, or to walk your dog. You can fish here too…read more It has its own dedicated parking lot, conveniently located near a Starbucks if you want to grab a beverage afterwards. It even offers a nice view of the Denver skyline as you're walking around the one mile-ish loop. I'd make this my daily routine if I lived here.

The Main Reservoir is a beautiful large body of water that sits in the southwest corner of Lakewood…read moresurrounded buy scenic mountains on one side and a partially paved muti-use trail encompassing the main portion of the water. It a very good spot to go and have a relaxing day, have a picnic, or enjoy the beauty of nature in all of its splendor.

This is a beautiful park! It's about a 2 mile loop around the park with a nice breeze. It's very…read morebusy and parking was tough - we had to park on a close side street. There was a local popsicle vendor there which was a nice treat. The playground here is fantastic - I'm jealous I didn't have one like that growing up! The kids looked like they were having a blast.

I love Sloan's Lake Park. I had a really nice picnic there the other day with my baby. We shared a…read morepeanut butter and jelly sandwich and looked at the water and played at the beautiful new playground on the south side of the park. It's really a gorgeous place and it made me miss living in the neighborhood, but I'm glad I don't live too far away to visit.

This place was great, super chill vibe and awesome guides. We had a large group of 11 family…read moremembers so we were split into 2 rafts. Kaila was our group leader and guide for 5 of my family members, all who raved about her! Isa was our guide and made sure our group of six had a blast, especially the kids- age 10 and 12! We all did beginner level and it was perfect for them, as well as a few adults. I also reached out with some questions prior to booking and they were very quick to respond, which was super helpful. We'll definitely be back for sure, thanks very much to liquid descent for treating us to such a fun family adventure. And special thanks to our guides- you gals absolutely rock!

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Liquid Descent. My daughter and I signed…read moreup for the beginner rafting trip... and while she was excited... I was terrified. I was so nervous walking in, but from the moment we arrived, every single staff member made us feel welcomed, safe, and supported. Our guide, Koa, was the perfect balance of fun, kind, and incredibly skilled. He guided us through the rapids with such confidence and ease while also making sure everyone felt safe and included. He checked in on us several times throughout and made sure we were having fun, asked us if we wanted to "spice it up" a bit or keep it mellow and just really let us know this was "our" trip and he's cater to what we wanted. I quickly found myself letting go of fear and enjoying the moment... something I didn't expect would happen. Koa's energy was contagious, and his calm, respectful nature made us feel like we were in the best hands possible. At one point on the river, another rafting company had a mishap and we had to pull over and wait for them to recover and get their riders back into the raft safely. Koa explained what had happened with total grace - no judgment, no gossip - just a calm and respectful explanation. He also spoke so kindly of his own coworkers and even the owner of Liquid Descent. You could tell he genuinely cares about the rafting community and takes pride in his work and LOVES his Liquid Descent family! Every employee we encountered was friendly, encouraging, and helpful - from getting us fitted with helmets and life jackets to cheering us on as we headed out. As someone who started out nervous, that kind of supportive vibe made a huge difference. They encouraged me, and they helped me push past my comfort zone in the best way possible. What a GREAT memory! We will remember this day not only for the thrill of the rapids, but for the kindness and heart of the people who guided us through it! If you are considering rafting in Colorado, go with Liquid Descent. I'm so glad we did!

Go see some bison and climb a small mountain…read more During winter, you'll want spikes or snowshoes but it's beautiful scenery. We did the loop earlier and saw plenty of pups. It's not too hard to get to the summit although I'd say it's twice as easy in summer, without snow. The huge bison pin is at the start and end of the trail. Fun hike, would recommend but I'd rate difficulty as moderate in the winter.

Easy stop to kill some time. A lot of parking. Short hike up hill to start seeing bison. Recommend.read more

Located about 45 minutes from downtown Denver, Golden Gate Canyon State Park is such a great place…read moreto hike, fish, and is a easy getaway from the city. Numerous trails, plenty of parking spots available as well as bathrooms. Every time I go to the park I discover something new. Visitor center also has a really cool trout pond outside, with so many of the swimming around that you can also feed with food from the vending machine. One of my favorite places outside of Denver to get outdoors!

Golden Gate Canyon is a park for all seasons. If I'm being honest I don't find any of the trails or…read moreviews to be epic or spectacular, but due to my first claim in this review, 4 stars fits the bill. Winter, spring, summer, fall, Golden Gate has it all. +Winter you gaze over frozen lakes and ponds, while still being able to hike some of the trails. +Spring the flowers bloom and the aspens begin to turn. +Summer you can mountain bike and blaze all corners of the park. I've never camped here before and would be interested in doing so someday. +Fall is one of the more sought after destinations for leaf peeping and fall foliage due to its close proximity to Denver. Talk about an ideal location for a Christmas card! From old desolate cabins to rushing streams to jagged peaks to countless activities, Golden Gate Canyon is a reliable option when you need to get out of dodge.