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1. Civic Center Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Alamo Placita Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Greenway Park

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4. Berkeley Lake Park

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5. Bluff Lake Park

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6. Cheesman Park

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7. City Park

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8. Bear Creek Park

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9. Confluence Park

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10. Congress Park

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11. Daniel's Park

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12. Denver Botanic Gardens

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13. Fred Thomas Park

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14. Hampden Heights Park

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15. Red Rocks Park

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16. Robinson Park

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17. Rosamond Park

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18. Ruby Hill Park

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19. Sloan's Lake Park

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20. Washington Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • With almost 20,000 acres of urban parks and mountain parkland in Denver, there is no neighborhood without at least one beautiful park.
  • Some of Denver's parks are more than 100 years old, and many are listed as national or state historic or cultural heritage sites.
  • Best enjoyed during the warmer months, Denver’s mountain park system consists of 22 parks and 24 conservation areas covering 14,000 acres.
  • Belleview Park is known for a miniature train, Daniel’s Park has a herd of bison running free, Great Plains Park has a spectacular seasonal “sprayground,” and Robinson Park has the best sledding hill.
  • All Denver parks are lush, beautifully maintained, and offer perfect locations for outdoor recreation and family gatherings.

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