This is the best park we've ever been to! We easily make the drive up from Colorado Springs just to…read morevisit this park. It's super clean with lots of areas to sit and even picnic. There's so much for kids to do and explore. My toddler loves the small kid's playground area. Others have had issues with the parking situation, but we have had no problems.

This was a pretty cool park, but the zipline was down when we were there. There's a great seating…read morearea where you can monitor the kids with clear visibility to the main structure. The kids enjoyed all of the park, which was clean and had plenty of parking when we were there. There's a school nearby and some games (tennis and baggo/corn-hole) off to the sides.

The park was decent and clean. They have a playset and tennis courts along with some open space…read more I'm giving it 3 stars because the handful of people there were staring a lot, enough so that it made the visit awkward.

The family I nanny for recently moved to Castle Rock, so we are new to the area. I found a website…read morethat lists the must-visit parks in town, so we've been trying them out! We loved Gemstone Park! HIGHLIGHTS: - Swings! (Including baby swings) - Basketball and Tennis Court - Picnic Tables & Benches - A large canopy for shade This park is very well maintained. The grass was freshly mowed and I didn't find any litter. The playground itself is accessible for toddlers. The child I nanny is 19 months and she had a blast. There were slides for her size and I went down the bigger slides with her. There are prairie dogs just a short walk down the path. You can hear them squeaking from the park, but they tend to hide if you get too close.

Daniels Park is absolutely beautiful, with breathtaking mountain views in the background and a…read morepeaceful, wide-open feel. The wooden fences around the area give it so much character, and I love all the little spots where you can pull off and park along the road. The trail looks great, and I'm looking forward to mapping it out more and exploring it for runs.

The park is more a place for the bison to all live in peace. Less a park for people…read more The lookout spots are very beautiful. Great views of the mountain range and even Denver! The trails are also all right next to the road, so not ideal for feeling in nature. I would say not worth going out of your way for. If you want to see bison I'd go to Rocky Mountain arsenal instead there's about 10xs the amount of bison there compared to Daniels Park. When I went they were very far away in the valley and you could only see them driving by but not from a trail.

A nice place to go for a walk if you are in the Pinery area…read more It's about a mile around the lake. A good distance with kids. Stroller friendly too. Dog friendly as well. They have picnic tables available.

We love coming to this lake! We've visited in multiple seasons -- with and without trail flooding…read more-- and it's beautiful every single time. Today was especially special with 65-degree sunny weather in February, which felt like a gift. The trails were peaceful, the scenery was gorgeous, and we saw so much wildlife throughout our walk. It's one of those spots that always feels like a reset, no matter the time of year. Whether you're looking for a quiet nature stroll or just want to soak up some Colorado sunshine, this lake never disappoints.

We really enjoyed this park--it's spacious, clean, and well maintained! There are two playgrounds…read morethat work well for a mix of ages. Some areas are a bit more challenging (great for older kids), but it still felt toddler-friendly overall. There are plenty of fun features--swings, slides, tunnels, and a cute ladybug and grasshopper spring rider. There's also a big gazebo with picnic tables, a water fountain, one grill, and a porta potty (though we didn't use it). Lots of benches throughout the park, too. Easy parking in the lot or on the street. Plus, it's right next to a soccer field, baseball field, basketball court, and the Lone Tree Rec Center. Such a convenient spot!

This park is great for kids of all ages. I took a one year old here and she had so much fun. It's a…read moregreat size and lots of lower climbing structures for the littles on one side and then the other looks like a big kids dream.

I had the opportunity to visit this park recently. I pass by it often in my travels around Castle…read moreRock. This has become my favorite park in Castle Rock to get my daily steps in. I love the various paved trails throughout the park. I believe it's 4 miles round trip. What I also love about the park is that there is another park directly across the street from the Meadows Blvd entrance. Castle Rock is a fantastic community for walking trails. I also love that this park isn't crowded with too many people. It's actually deceiving as you're passing the Meadows Blvd entrance because the park doesn't look like much. However, if you park and get out of your car to start walking trails, there is so much beauty that begins to unfold. As you venture towards the opposite side of the park there are pickle ball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, two tiny baseball fields, a large swimming pool and children's playground. There is plenty of open space to venture out onto the grass to play your favorite activity with family or friends. Recently, I saw about 3-4 people using a small trampoline and a ball to play a game on the grass. I absolutely love seeing citizens enjoying their local park. Across from the pool entrance there are public restrooms. I used the men's restroom on a recent trip and was impressed that it was kept fairly clean. It wasn't trashed or dirty. Opposite from the Meadows Blvd park entrance is a medium sized parking lot. I've never seen the parking lot full when visiting lately. I also believe that you must reserve any of the courts in the park. Fact check this. Again, plan accordingly. I've seen the Pickle Ball courts full during every trip to the park lately. You can always check the park website for court usage or call the local parks and recreation department in Castle Rock. I hope that you enjoy your visit to this beautiful park! I know that I will continue to enjoy my usage of it. Always look forward to getting my steps in when traveling through it!

Newly remodeled, inclusive playground. Lots of kids compared to other isolated parks. Cute painted…read morerock garden. Wish the splash park at the pool next door was connected for free.

My husband and I really enjoyed our hike here. We went into the canyon and were stunned with how…read morebeautiful the area is. We've drove by this state park so many times without stopping. We now see that was a travesty. The park is easy to navigate and has a lot of parking. There are a lot of easy trails to hike throughout the park. The park is also mapped out nicely.

It's one of my favorite places to hike and explore. Bring your furry hiking partners, bring your…read morewired kids, bring your dates and your loved ones here. It's the best, lots of trails, lots of picturesque views. And it's only a $10 fee to visit for the day.

Much better trail conditions than our last time attempting to hike here, when it was a swampy mess…read more Trail is now completely dry. Tons and tons of bikers and hikers out on a clear Saturday morning. It's not the most exciting trail, but it's close if you live in Castle Rock, and the views of the front range are decent.

Don't go on a hot day. There is no shade. But beautiful views, needed breezes one is at the top…read morenear the water tanks