Came by with our 14-month old on a hot and sunny summer Saturday afternoon - she had an absolute…read moreblast! It was unsurprisingly packed with various families, small groups, and larger parties enjoying the weekend. Despite the crowds, the bigger children were all very respectful of our little one while playing in the splash pad (our main reason for coming). The splash pad was great. Lots of features, all of them young toddler safe, and very clean. They have a schedule of running for an hour then shutting off for 15-minutes to help reduce water usage, which I appreciate during this time of drought. None of the children seemed to mind. Water is a bit chilly so after a bit we took a break for our daughter to warm up (much to her displeasure lol) in the playground area, which had a few different areas and was again clean and safe and age appropriate. My only complaint is the need for more bathrooms - besides that, a huge win! Will definitely be coming back.

Definitely something low budget entertainment. After spending lots of money over the long weekend I…read moredecided to have a chill no cost afternoon as the boys wanted water and they got water. It's also right down the street from me so that's an additional plus. I didn't know they had a schedule for the water to turn off and on but that's a good idea for water conversation. Also there is a playground and lots of covered space for bbq and such.

Playground is in decent shape with nice equipment and a squishy and intact surface. The proximity…read moreto a busy road is annoying, why should the littles have their play area be closest to traffic? Shade pavilion is nice for seating, parties and picnics and there are two public grills. A bathroom is nearby but was locked up presumably this is a winter thing? But obviously that's very unfortunate for kids and parents using the park in colder months.

Decent size park. Big field next to it. Bathrooms. Picnic shelter . Good enough for a 4yr old …read more. steep slide was fun

For years (maybe even decades), Glendale's annual Fourth of July fireworks display has been held at…read moreCreekside Park. The park is closed off for safety reasons but we take a picnic and camp out on the lawn at the neighboring Staybridge Suites to watch the action up close. It's a super fun way to kick off your Fourth of July festivities (for whatever reason, Glendale's fireworks always happen a day or two before July 4th). Earlier this week it was announced that the highly anticipated Glendale Riverwalk Project will be put on hold http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/blog/real_deals/2015/04/175-million-development-planned-for-glendale.html?surround=etf&ana=e_article. Instead, a new retail and entertainment district called Glendale 180 will be developed on a 22 acre parcel between Colorado Boulevard and Cherry Street, and Virginia Avenue and Cherry Creek. The city plans to break ground in the Fall of 2015 and officials hope to open for business in 2017. And this will mean that Creekside Park is going away. I'm torn. It's truly a shame to lose a nice, big park. But Glendale and its neighbors will be gaining job opportunities and new fun recreational activities. As it stands now, the design is thoughtfully planned with lots of open space, year-round landscaping, and meandering pathways that will create an inviting community gathering place. No office or residential space will be included in the new development, just shops, restaurants, and a cinema. And lots of parking. And relaxed open container laws! Apparently, Glendale used to be quite the hot spot back in the day so it's planning to get back to its partytime roots. Glendale 180 - see what they did there? The final fireworks display in Creekside Park is scheduled for Thursday, July 2, 2015. I, for one, will be there to help send Creekside Park out with a bang. Yelp Review #400

Glendale's fireworks show is truly one of the best displays I've ever experienced. Popping a squat…read morein Creekside Park gives an exceptional up close and personal view of all the fireworks. I forgot about the joy of watching fireworks, it was like I was five years old all over again with a permanent grin plastered on my face. I hope Glendale decides to keep the Annual firework show going even after the new Glendale development goes up. I was impressed and awed by the whole evening. Thank you Vicki P. for showing me some of the best fireworks in Denver. Pro Tips for the optimal Firework experience: *Bring chairs (cup holders are a plus) *Bring a jacket or a blanket (it gets chilly in the evening) *Food + Libation = Fun times *Parking is a hot mess, I recommend parking at least a half mile away and walking so you don't get stuck in traffic when leaving with all the closed/blocked streets surrounding the area

The park is fine...but the trail is why you come here…read more We are talking a minefield of Prairie Dogs howling at you. Very cool and cute.

I have so many great memories at Olympic Park that I couldn't possibly share them all here…read more There is lots of parking here and you can always tell when there are softball games or kids soccer practices because they will fill up. However, most of the time there is a lot more open spots to the left. I am currently in a softball league in which the games are held here at Olympic. The fields are always immaculate, but they are only used for games. If you want to have a practice there are other fields nearby. There are also sand volleyball courts behind the softball fields which are always nice to use and usually aren't packed. As this park is right next to the elementary school that I went to, I remember having several field days out on the large field. In the winter, I remember my family and I sledding down the snow filled hills and running back up to go again. There are so many things that you can do here. You can bring your dog to run around, have a nice quiet picnic or even have a birthday party. I seriously can't say enough good things about Olympic Park. The grass is so green and there is just something so special about this neighborhood park.

This is a cool park but honestly I was surprised with the opening of the new splash pad they…read morewouldn't have all facets of the playground in working order. One of the huge play structures was caution taped off and some of the swings as well. It was kind of a bummer.

This park is so pretty and has changed a great deal from when I brought my own kids here years ago…read morewhen we were still contemplating life in the suburbs. There was and still is, a splash pad here, and we would bring picnic lunches and meet friends for a fun day. This time it looks like a remodel/expansion took place, as I noticed how big it's gotten when I was here for a quiet evening walk. I bet when the weather is nice, it is crowded all the time! I'd bring my kids here if they were still little. Looks very friendly, open, and accessible to everyone as I noted the stairs as well as ramps on my walk.

Great big park for the kids to burn off some energy. Lots of grass, trees and shade. The park is…read morenice and clean too. There are benches around the play area and covered tables to eat at.

This park is nice an quiet most of the time I am here. I love walking my doggies here because…read morethere is ample grassy area for them to run and also a path that is clear year round. There is a gazebo and a couple bbq pits by the playground. On the sign is an endorsement from a program called T.O.P.S (Take Off Pounds Successfully), which I think is great! There are often people just out walking around the path and kids on the basketball court.

This place is a treasure right smack in the middle of the city! It's gorgeous, educational,…read moreworthwhile! And it's FREE!!!! Our whole family loved it. There are places you can get out & walk around but for the wildlife drive you stay in your car. We saw elk, bison, birds, turtles, and prairie dogs!

Fun way to spend a couple hours! From driving around the Arsenal looking for bison and the rest of…read morethe animals, to parking in one of the lots and taking a walk around. My family and I have often visited this area as it's really close to where we live. We've driven family and friends many times, walked around the lakes, and even had family photos taken! Besides all those wonderful things, there's also a cool visitor center. Lots of information, a Bison figure, bathrooms, and a nice Discovery Room for children! Behind the Visitor Center is the Ferret Exhibit! Don't forget to take a stroll outside past the garden to visit the little friends. You can also go inside!

We love this park! They did an amazing job! Great for picnics, bike riding, scootering, skating,…read moreetc. Tons of grass, and during the summer they turn on the Splash Pad which is a lifesaver on hot days. Perfect for picnics, birthday's, casual park days. Lots of places to sit and there is a gazebo for shade with tables. If we can keep it clean and free of graffiti it would be amazing! One of our favorite parks!

It's a cute park but there isn't much shade and what there is is generally full on the days you'd…read morewant to be there to use the splash pad

Some parks check the boxes. Mission Viejo Park in Aurora actually earns them…read more Tucked inside the circular loop of South Mission Parkway, this is the kind of neighborhood park that surprises you -- bigger and more thoughtful than it first appears. Four baseball fields anchor the sports side of things, and a sprawling open field beyond them gives you real room to breathe: kite flying, pickup soccer, or just wandering with no destination in mind. Even on a gray, overcast day, the green holds its color and the whole place feels alive. The space-themed playground is the centerpiece for younger visitors -- and honestly, for older kids too. It's genuinely fun, not just functional, with multiple play structures, accessible rubber surfacing underfoot, and swing options for toddlers and bigger kids alike. Scattered throughout the park are standing rocks engraved with planets and space facts -- a nice touch that adds a little wonder to a walk. Some of them are showing their age from years of Colorado weather, but the idea behind them is solid and still sparks curiosity. Three covered gazebos with charcoal grills are spread across the park, making spontaneous cookouts easy. The paved walking and biking path loops the entire perimeter -- roughly a mile -- and connects to Aurora's broader trail network. Tollgate Creek runs along the western edge, adding a quiet, natural buffer to what is otherwise an active, well-used park. Parking is ample, and the grounds stay well-maintained. Best for families with kids of all ages, regular walkers and cyclists, and anyone who wants a full afternoon outside without driving far. It's the kind of place that becomes a weekly habit without you really planning for it to. Mission Viejo Park is free, open daily 5 a.m. to 11 p.m., and located at 3999 S. Mission Parkway, Aurora. If you haven't made it over yet, it's worth the trip -- rain or shine.

It's a small Park located with in a decent walking distance from my house. I took my nieces here…read moreseveral times over their visit. It has great playground equipment with this foam like rubbery floor stuff under it to help cushion any severe falls. 2 different types of swings, those for little kids that are like a butt harness and those that are for bigger kids and even adults to swing on. The park has some great sheltered areas that include a table and some bbq's. In the spring, summer and fall is nearly always full of people playing football, soccer and baseball. It's got a long paved walking trail that goes around the entire park. This trail is about a mile all the way around the last time I walked it. I will have to walk it again and update this post. Not like I don't walk it all the time, I just forget how long it is:) Ample parking as well. Great place to get out and get some sun if you're in the area.

Nice, hidden park of adventures right here. The parking is right off the main road which is nice…read more The space is not plentiful for the amount of pedestrians in this area. You have access to either side of the park entrance off the main road. There is a crosswalk‍‍ and a beg button to safely cross. Watch out for coyotes in the area too. There are two porta potty clearly marked and camouflaged with the environment. SMART! I walked a few trails and blissfully absorbed the sounds of nature surrounding me. I like the ponds, the native wildlife and natural earth tone paths. One thing for sure is if you are out here for a period of time I would take some kind of bug spray. The mosquitoes were horrible. I also liked the sporadically places rocks, giant tree log, tree trunks and memorial benches place in this park. A soothing, gentle and relaxing atmosphere and area. I'll be back to explore more!

Pristine largely untouched beauty, with a lot of mature trees and scruffy undergrowth, and a…read morecrushed dirt-n-pebble bike path (Highland Canal trail) meandering through it on the way to joining other trails on the way to Santa Fe Drive. Highly recommended for leisurely biking!