13 Parks to Explore in Arapahoe County

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Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County is Colorado's first county and the third largest in the state with a population of more than 618,000. The western part of the county is mostly urban with residential, retail, office and industrial areas, while the eastern portion is relatively rural.

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Parks to Explore in Arapahoe County

17 Mile House Farm Park

17 Mile House Farm Park is part of a 70-acre Arapahoe County Open Space which includes an 1860s mile house, barn and silo along the historic Smoky Hill/Cherokee Trail route to Denver. It was originally a log cabin, much of which can still be seen.These houses were named based on their distances to downtown Denver. Here travelers could get meals, spend the night, and rest their animals. Of the original mile houses, only 17 Mile House and 4 Mile House exist today.

Arapaho Park

This is an Urban Park that is a little known gem at the southwest corner of Arapaho Road and Addison Road. The 7.85 acres has become a favorite of many for viewing the Kaboom Town airshow and fireworks. It is also a great spot to watch airplanes at the Addison Airport.

Belleview Park

This is a well maintained park with a small stream running through it that is a major draw to the park - lots of kids wadding -- it is shallow so perfect for kids. One side of it has playgrounds for various age groups. The other side has the train and petting zoo.

Del Mar Park

A beautiful lush nine-acre park featuring an outdoor basketball court, amphitheater, roller hockey rink, children’s play area, horseshoe pits, and two great barbecue and picnic areas. It is also the home of a soft-court tennis complex. Walking past the hockey rink you will come upon a dog park area that is fenced and separated for large and small dogs.

Gallup Park

This is a cultural feature park in Arapahoe County. it is one of the iconic attraction in this area and also there are so many things to see and do here.

Great Plains Park

The Great Plains Park is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States. The place is catalogued as Park by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names and its elevation above sea level is equal to 5673ft. This park features a splash pad and two playground areas. It's a great place to hang out and cool off for all ages.

Hoffman Park

Hoffman Park is located in Arapahoe County of Colorado. It offers many active recreational opportunities for park users, including access to a tennis court, a pickleball court, a small playground for younger children (primarily ages 5-8), a large, open field for play, and a picnic shelter.

Jason Park

The Jason Park is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado. it offer unique features for climbers, dinosaur lovers, and sports enthusiasts. Tehre is os many area for a walk and also there are so many leisure activity options too.

Jewell Wetlands Park

A beautiful wooded wetland located at the northwest corner of Potomac and Jewell Avenue features over a mile of soft and hard surface trails, a boardwalk/deck access into the wetland and a butterfly garden.The boardwalk is in the middle of the wooded area and provides a peaceful nature experience. While the natural area is relatively small, walking both trails is about 2 miles. The park consists of a pond for fishing and a wooded, mostly dry wetland area.

Marjorie Park

Marjorie Park is a primary venue of the Museum of Outdoor Arts that serves many purposes. Foremost, it is an outdoor museum and exhibits over 40 artworks from MOA’s permanent sculpture collection. The space may also be rented for private and corporate events. Lastly, the park is used as the VIP entrance and amenity to concerts at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre.

South Suburban Park and Recreation District

The South Suburban Park and Recreation District is a park and recreation district containing 41 square-miles on the southern edge of the Denver, Colorado. It has nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 100 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.

Sterne Park

A small and beautiful park in Arapahoe County, Colorado. It is suitable for a short walk and also there are so many spaces for a peaceful time and also there are so many things to see and do here.

Village Greens Park

Village Greens is the largest park in the Greenwood Village system and offers four multi-use playing fields, four softball fields and, two baseball fields that may be permitted. It is home to Cherry Creek High School athletics, multiple youth leagues and the Village’s largest special event, Greenwood Village Day. It also includes a playground, picnic tables, interior restrooms, and a hike / bike trail which connects to the State Park.

Map of Parks to explore in Arapahoe County