This is a nice little park that is located on the Highland neighborhood side of the Millennium…read moreBridge and right next to Commons Park. There is metered street parking out front of the park and commercial parking lots within walking distance. The park begins at the foot of the bridge and primarily consists of a small plaza area with some tables and chairs set up. This is where you will also find the wings that can be used for a photo opportunity with the bridge in the background. The plaza area is surrounded by some shops and eateries and is attached to a new neighborhood. Additionally there are sidewalks that feed into other nice trails, so you can get an extended run in. The park was rumored to be developed on the site of an abandoned rail yard by East West Partners. This is set up more as a neighborhood plaza than a park. You will find a more traditional park right across the street called Commons Park (which many mistake for Riverfront Park), so, I guess you get the best of both worlds in the area.

For a master-planned neighborhood, Riverfront Park is pretty damn great. The homeowners get a slice…read moreof what I imagine to be every urban dweller's dream -- city living with nature surroundings. RP has lush rolling hills with loads of sidewalks and paths zig-zagging through, and it's always full of life; you will find joggers, dog-walkers, outdoor fitness classes, portrait photographers, and more at all hours. And on the topic of four-legged children, doggy bags and rubbish bins are plentiful. Perfect! There are also multiple bridges which will take you anywhere you wish - LoDo, REI, the Highlands, etc. Whoever planned this definitely put a lot of thought into it as RP is a living, breathing - and, most importantly, functional - bit of urban paradise. Hats off to the developers for making this a space which works for people. Where I come from, "master-planned" just means, "Who cares what the residents want? Make us (developers) the most money humanly possible."

WOW! This park is so cute. I am jealous of everyone in Denver who gets to visit this park often. It…read moreis a huge local park with tons of area to walk, and a little paved circle on the inside for both run/walkers and bikers (two separate lanes for safety). There is so much going on here from run clubs to moms and their strollers, there was even a kid's triathlon going on while we were there! From what I can tell, there is only street parking around but it is free. Loved getting to visit here!

The flowers were brilliant and we counted 15 species of birds…read more The rec center here was quite busy at 9 am. A warm day but lots of ground to walk about.

Absolutely gorgeous park especially in the fall. HUGE, so make sure to pin where you leave your car…read moreor you might lose it like I did! Great landscaping, well-maintained trails, beautiful views. Restrooms and courts around, too.

The park houses both the Denver Natural History Museum and the Denver Zoo, along with some…read moreplaygrounds. walkway paths, lakes, historical statues and monuments, etc. I walked through a bit of the park after having brunch in the city and walked over to the museum. Very open, clean, and spacious park. I love the dead and barren trees in November, we don't get that in California and paired with the cold, it feels weirdly nostalgic of something I've never had and warming on the inside (yes, I'm insane). I also passed by a lot of joggers and dog walkers in the mid morning. Very safe. I passed by 2 small lakes with some water fowl nearby, standard mallard ducks and Canadian geese. Very calming. Saw a couple squirrels too. Not a bad medium sized city park.

After spending half a day at the Denver Convention Center, my colleague and I decided to go on this…read moreCherry Creek Trail to stretch our legs and get some exercise in. The trail is fully paved and runs all the way down, you guessed it, Cherry Creek. Along the way, we saw families of ducks and geese. It was an easy and relaxing walk, flat all the way.

Great for running or biking!…read more A few transient folks along the trail doing a few questionable activities, so maybe come when it's light out only (if you're walking or running?) Nice break from city streets and needing to keep stopping if you're doing an activity that requires some endurance. One of the things I actually enjoyed was looking at some of the street art graphics along the cement walls of the 'trail.' 2026: 70/100

This was really cool and we saw a few sculptures and the painted bridges/passages. There were some…read morereally cool things like the chrome couple and several other sculptures. The only complaint, and I like to hike and walk, is that the parking is only close to Umi and everything else is like a quarter mile one way walk to each item. It would be better to have them closer together because you can be there for a few hours trying to see a handful of sculptures.

Stopped on a whim driving from AR to WA. Very beautiful park. Nice to stretch my legs and enjoy…read moreart. Lucky neighborhood!

July 29-31, 2026 - Morrison, CO…read more A hike followed by lunch on the patio at the Ship Rock Grille is a great way to experience Red Rocks. Be sure to explore the amphitheater, and if you can fit a concert into your plans, don't miss it. It's an unforgettable experience. Just be prepared for Colorado's unpredictable weather. We arrived for the concert early and waited in the parking lot for the gates to open. It was sweltering, and everyone was dressed for the heat in shorts and tank tops. Once the gates opened and we made it through security, we were only a few minutes from entering the amphitheater when the skies opened up and it started pouring. Fortunately, we had packed lightweight rain jackets, so we stayed comfortable. Many others weren't as prepared and ended up soaked. The lesson? Do your research, check the forecast, but don't depend on it. Bring layers and rain gear, even if the day starts out hot. At Red Rocks, you can experience blazing sunshine and a thunderstorm within the same hour. But, it's absolutely worth every minute you spend here!

I visited this gorgeous park in November 2016. When you first arrive, the amphitheater is a…read moremust-see sight. If you're here in the morning, you'll see joggers going up and down the stairs. Also, the visitor center has a few exhibits on the history of the Red Rocks Amphitheater (and celebrities and rock stars who have performed here). But Red Rocks Park has lovely hiking trails beyond the amphitheater. Just make sure that you bring a bottle of water, hat, and sunglasses if it's a sunny day. It's also worth picking up a local map so you can estimate which hike to take based on the amount of time you have available. The trails do not provide any shade, so a hat and sunscreen are essential. If you have a few hours to spare while visiting Denver, be sure to plan a day trip here if the weather is nice!

Confluence Park encompasses the point where Cherry Creek flows into the South Platte River. This is…read morealso the spot where Denver was founded in May 1858. Beginning a city here proved to be a poor choice as the waterways were prone to periodic flooding. The City shifted to the northeast and this area was ignored and filled up with heavy industrial users. A huge flood in 1965 destroyed much of that infrastructure and provided an opportunity for redevelopment. The Greenway Foundation was a prime mover in the 1970s to create a park highlighting this area. A major update in the 1990s focused on floodplain management and further enhanced the park as a hub for the regional trail system. Today this is a highlight of Lower Downtown. Shoemaker Plaza begins at the REI building and extends down to the north edge of the South Platte River. The main park area begins at the south edge of the River and covers both sides of Cherry Creek. The trail system runs through this and continues north, south, and east. This is a beautiful space and exists in its own world, apart from the bustle of Lower Downtown. It is well worth a visit.

Very enjoyable area, not much to do but very peaceful. Would be great on a nice day to have your…read morecoffee or read a book.

It has been many years since I have travelled Sand Creek Trail and recently I have found myself…read morerediscovering it. The once hard to traverse sections that were manly a rough unnavigable mess have now been constructed with a smooth wide concrete path making the journey to/ from the Commerce City portions of the trail easy and pleasant. The Aurora sections south of MLK blvd are still a soft sand/silt combination however. I rejoice in the fact that there has been so much progress in the construction of this trail and look ever forward to it being 100% complete one day.

Riding this trail has been great, anyone wondering about big tire bikes, I recommend intermediate…read moreexperience with trail riding, mtn bikes and balance. Pets, children and responsible conscientious adults preferred.