Cherry Creek State Park
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Cherry Creek State Park is located just to the east and south of Denver proper, in Aurora. It offers a huge expanse of natural prairie land, 12 miles of paved trails and 35 miles of multi-use trails,... Read More
Cherry Creek State Park is located just to the east and south of Denver proper, in Aurora. It offers a huge expanse of natural prairie land, 12 miles of paved trails and 35 miles of multi-use trails, plus birding, fishing, camping, boating, cross-country skiing, education programs and so much more. In a nutshell, it's a full-on nature experience within a major urban metropolitan area. At its heart is an 880-acre reservoir, the big draw for boaters as well as for swimmers and sun lovers who enjoy the sandy beach in summer months. On the west side of the park is the popular Model Airplane Field, which has two paved runways. There's also a stables, a shooting range, a marina and two boat ramps, to say nothing of excellent picnic sites.
Address:
4201 South Parker Road
Aurora, CO 80014
303.690.1166
Hours:
- Daily 5am-10pm
Website:
cpw.state.co.us
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christine Loomis
Denver Local Expert
- Parks: "Avoid the crowds by enjoying the park during off-peak periods such as weekdays or any time in spring, fall and winter."
- Best for Parks Because: It's everything a state park should be, except it's not out in a wilderness area but smack in the middle of a busy metropolitan area.
