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Brandywine Park

Brandywine Park

1.57km from Big Dry Creek

This picturesque park is the heart of Wilmington State Parks and runs along either side of the Brandywine River. The park is approximately 178 acres and it spans both the north and south banks of the Brandywine. Much of the park has been preserved as a mix of wilderness and open space with walking trails and scenic views of the creek and surrounding woods. It also includes active recreational facilities including playgrounds, athletic fields, and Baynard Stadium.

Big Dry Creek Group

Big Dry Creek Group

1.58km from Big Dry Creek

Big Dry Creek is approximately 33 miles long, begins in Jefferson County at Standley Lake, flows north and east through portions of Adams and Broomfield. It receives treated wastewater from several municipalities, including the City and County of Broomfield, Westminster, Thornton and Northglenn.The Big Dry Creek Trail, a recreation trail, roughly follows the creek from Standley Lake Regional Park to Interstate 25.

Air Water World USA, Inc.

Air Water World USA, Inc.

2.67km from Big Dry Creek

A beautiful waterpark that is part of the Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District and located in Federal Heights, Colorado. The park occupies 70 acres, making it one of America's largest water theme parks. As of the 2020 season, the park has 52 attractions including a multitude of water slides, a lazy river, inflatable tube rides, multi-guest inflatable raft rides, two wave pools, and a water-themed fun house which offers gondola access from the top of the park.

Broomfield County Commons Park

Broomfield County Commons Park

2.85km from Big Dry Creek

A majestic 300-acre county park in Broomfield County, Colorado, in the United States, is home to the Paul Derda Recreation Center, County Commons cemetery, 237 acres of open space, and the 80-acre park and sports complex.

Webster Lake

Webster Lake

3.33km from Big Dry Creek

Webster Lake, is a lake in the town of Webster, Massachusetts. It is located near the Connecticut border and has a surface area of 1,442 acres.The lake has become famous beyond Central Massachusetts for having the longest name of any geographic feature in all of the United States.

McKay Lake

McKay Lake

3.46km from Big Dry Creek

McKay Lake is a majestic and beautuful reservoir located just 4.8 miles from Broomfield, in Adams County.  It is a good location for fishing and camping location, also there are so many other leisure activities possible here.

Eagle Trace Golf Club

Eagle Trace Golf Club

4.15km from Big Dry Creek

Eagle Trace, a ClubLink property, is a Prestige-level Member Club built in 1983. Golfers will see spectator mounds around the course, including grandstand-type seating carved into the area surrounding the 18th green. It has hosted many high-profile tournaments, including the tour's Honda Classic from 1984 to 1991 and again in 1996.

Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion

5.56km from Big Dry Creek

Butterfly Pavilion is the first stand-alone, Association of Zoos and Aquariums-accredited non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world. Their immersive exhibits provide guests the opportunity to discover the wonders of nature's hidden heroes through hands on, interactive experiences catered to all ages.

Big Dry Creek

Big Dry Creek

6.9km from Big Dry Creek

Big Dry Creek, is a beautiful area which offers a wide range of activities for tourists and locals alike. From the challenging waters of its namesake creek to open terrain suitable for both camping and hunting, there is something for everyone. One of the main attractions is Latham Reservoir, where you can fish or swim with family and friends while enjoying spectacular views. The surrounding farmland provides another popular activity- agritourism.

Westminster Center Park

Westminster Center Park

6.91km from Big Dry Creek

This park was built in 2010 as "Westminster Center Park" and nicknamed "Peter Pan Park" by locals. The play area surprises with a London theme, complete with the River Thames, Tower Bridge, and Big Ben. Artificial trees, boulders, and log tunnels add climbing challenges, and the many water features in this park are great for cooling down in the summer.

Carpenter Park

Carpenter Park

6.92km from Big Dry Creek

A beautiful park with lots of space and fun. The ground is padded track so no woodchips, sand, or gravel in your shoes or sandals. It is one of the iconic attraction in this area and also there are so may=ny things to see and do.

Water World

Water World

7.46km from Big Dry Creek

This is America's largest water amusement park, with more than 50 attractions/slides for all ages on 70+ acres. It includes a multitude of water slides, a lazy river, inflatable tube rides, multi-guest inflatable raft rides, two wave pools, and a water-themed fun house which offers gondola access from the top of the park.

Stearns Lake

Stearns Lake

7.7km from Big Dry Creek

Stearns Lake is a 232 acre lake located in Vilas County. It has a maximum depth of 16 feet. it is one of the famous fishing spot and also It is brids paradise. So many leisure activities are possible here including fishing,bathing and so more.

Lake Link Trail (Western entrance)

Lake Link Trail (Western entrance)

7.75km from Big Dry Creek

Lake Link Trail connects the east of Broomfield County trails and open space to trails and pathways in the western part of the county. Discover this 17.5-km out-and-back trail near Broomfield, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. . This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking.

Westminster Castle

Westminster Castle

8.43km from Big Dry Creek

The 175-foot tall hilltop historic landmark overlooks Denver with an exceptional view of the Front Range. The Westminster Castle is part of the National Register of Historic Places. It is also locally known as "The Pillar of Fire" Because of its unique color coming from sandstone from the Red Rocks. There are currently no public tours of Westminster Castle, but you can get a look from the street at this striking red sandstone building.

Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge

Standley Lake Regional Park and Wildlife Refuge is a 2321acre park located in the City of Westminster with over 14 miles of trails to explore. It is a multi-use recreation and water-storage facility, and is the drinking water supply for Westminster. In addition to hiking, bicycling, camping, wildlife viewing and other park-based recreational activities, the lake offers visitors numerous opportunities for fishing and paddling.

Bowles House Museum

Bowles House Museum

10.75km from Big Dry Creek

The Bowles House in Westminster, Colorado is a brick Italianate house built in 1871 by Edward Bruce Bowles and his wife Mahala Elizabeth Longan. Bowles is largely credited for bringing the Colorado & Southern Railroad to the present-day Westminster area. it was originally constructed as a wood frame homestead cabin but was rebuilt entirely from brick in 1876.

Westminster Hills Open Area Dog Park

Westminster Hills Open Area Dog Park

10.79km from Big Dry Creek

This 420-acre site is very popular, attracting dog lovers from all over the north metro area. The area is partially fenced. It has such a beautiful view and everyone who takes their dogs here is so friendly.

Standley Lake

Standley Lake

10.93km from Big Dry Creek

Standley Lake is a 1,200-acre reservoir located in Westminster, Colorado. The reservoir has a maximum capacity of approximately 42,000 acre-feet and maximum depth of 96 feet. The lake is also used for recreation, and is the prominent feature of the surrounding 3,000-acre Standley Lake Regional Park.

Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge

Standley Lake is considered to be Westminster’s largest body of water. With over a thousand acres of surface area, the reservoir was originally built to supply water for agricultural irrigation northwest of Denver.Hundreds of animals species call Standley Lake home throughout the year, making the park an excellent location for wildlife viewing, without having to make a long drive from home.

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Big Dry Creek

Big Dry Creek

Big Dry Creek Dr, Broomfield, CO 80020, USA

Big Dry Creek is a tributary that joins the South Platte River near Fort Lupton, Colorado. It receives treated wastewater from several municipalities, including the City and County of Broomfield, Westminster, Thornton and Northglenn. The Big Dry Creek Trail, a recreation trail, roughly follows the creek from Standley Lake Regional Park to Interstate 25.