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Park & Facility Projects

At any given time, there are dozens of planning, design and construction projects in progress to maintain, improve, and expand Denver's park system. Check out the projects below to see what's going on in your neighborhood, and how to get involved.

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47th & Walden Park Master Plan

This community-led planning process for an undeveloped 13-acre parcel of land in the Gateway-Green Valley Ranch neighborhood will result in a full master plan document and initial concept design for a new neighborhood park.

Arkins Promenade

Arkins Promenade will convert Arkins Court, from 35th to 38th Avenues, into a new linear park that provides pedestrian connectivity from Globeville Landing Park to Arkins Park along the South Platte River corridor.

Axton Ranch Donation

In March 2021, Denver City Council approved an agreement to accept 450-acres of Axton Ranch in Jefferson and Gilpin Counties to the Denver Mountain Park system. This is the first acquisition of a new mountain park since the donation of James Q. Newton Park in Conifer in 1939.

Bear Creek Park Master Plan

This 86-acre regional park contains natural landscapes, a playground, regional trail, picnic shelters, ballfields and a restroom building. A master plan document and concept plan for park improvements to be implemented in future phases to
make Bear Creek Park a resilient destination park.

Central & Greenway Park Playgrounds

Central Park and Greenway Park playgrounds are in need of restoration and improvement. The new conceptual design will propose opportunities for redesign for both parks, issued in response to the growing Denver and Central Park neighborhood populations, material lifecycles, and the impacts that park users have had on the sites.

City of Potenza Park and City of Chennai Park

Thanks to DPR Capital Funds and the Elevate Denver Bond, two Sister City parks are getting upgrades!

Civic Center & Bannock Street Concept Design

Project partners and the public are working together to create a design for four key areas within Civic Center that will accommodate its current uses and encourage active daily use in the: Greek Theater, Central Promenade, Central Gathering Space, and Bannock Street between Colfax and 14th Avenue.

Congress Park Projects

Learn about investments and upgrades happening in Denver's Congress Park.

Cook Park Projects

Cook (Judge Joseph E) Park, located in the Virginia Village neighborhood will be receiving upgrades to the playground, basketball court and walks as a part of the Elevate Denver Bond Program and Denver Parks and Recreation’s Capital Improvement Program.

Eisenhower Park Picnic Improvements

The existing picnic site will be renovated or replaced based on public feedback and budgetary constraints. The picnic amenities around the site will be improved for better circulation and ADA compliance. An expanded and improved walkway to the picnic site will be implemented as part of this project.

Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center Indoor Pool

Thanks to the Elevate Denver Bond, Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center is expanding to include an indoor aquatic facility expected to be complete spring 2023.

Heron Pond, Heller Open Space & Carpio Sanguinette Park

This project re-envisions approximately 80 acres of city property and existing open space around Heron Pond to serve as a regional and local amenity in the Globeville and Elyria/Swansea neighborhoods.

High Line Canal Trail

This project will replace the existing narrow asphalt trail with a new 10' wide concrete trail and adjacent 6' wide crusher fines path between Parker Ave and Havana St. The project will also include ADA ramp upgrades and other trail amenities. The project is a partnership between Denver Parks & Recreation and the High Line Canal Conservancy.

Iliff and Bellaire Park Master Plan

The master planning process will include community and stakeholder outreach to help inform a park Master Plan that will include recommendations for park amenities that meet community needs.

Kennedy Golf Course Master Plan

The master plan discussion will include desires for the clubhouse, improved golf holes, a practice area, a new parking lot, and more. The final master plan is intended to provide goals and guidance for future design needs.

La Alma/Lincoln Park

This park contains natural landscapes, a playground, trails, and picnic shelters. A master plan document and concept plan for park improvements to be implemented in future phases to
make La Alma/Lincoln Park a resilient destination park.

Loretto Heights Park Improvements

Martinez Park Master Plan

The Martinez Park master plan was completed in January 2021. The next phase, including final design and construction of Phase 1A, will include new and exciting amenities that support active recreation and play.

McWilliams Park Improvements

As part of the Elevate Denver Bond Program, DPR is upgrading the playground, picnic area and basketball court. The redesigned park will be compliant with current safety standards and improve upon the well-known 'dinosaur' playground theme.

Outdoor Adventures & Alternative Sports Master Plan

Denver Parks and Recreation is developing an Outdoor Adventure and Alternative Sports Master Plan which will identify nontraditional outdoor recreation trends, best practices, and how DPR can better leverage its current assets while identifying new opportunities over the next 20 years, focusing on equity throughout the city.

Citywide Inclusive Play Strategy

Community guidance has identified a need to increase access to inclusive play opportunities throughout the Denver Parks & Recreation system for increased physical activity and access for all users. In response, DPR is creating a Citywide Inclusive Play Strategy to address the function of play spaces and ensure play elements are well-integrated for all ages and abilities.

Rosamond Park Improvements

Rosamond Park was identified as an Elevate Denver and Rise Bond project with the scope including replacement of the existing playground and basketball court (Elevate Denver Bond) and replacement of the tennis courts and lighting (Rise Bond).

Ruby Hill Park: Phase 3 Design

After successfully implementing the Levitt Pavilion, mountain bike park, roadway network, and parking lot improvements called for in the 2008 Ruby Hill Park Master Plan, DPR is advancing the third phase of improvements.

Russell Square Park Improvements

Russell Square Park in Denver’s Cole neighborhood of is getting a makeover! In collaboration with The Trust for Public Land, Great Outdoors Colorado, and the Cole community, Denver Parks and Recreation is developing renovation plans for the 2.3 acre park.

Sanderson Gulch Projects

Improvements are coming to Sanderson Gulch, near the intersection of W. Arkansas Avenue and S. Navajo Street. Improvements include a new dog park, renovated playground, outdoor classroom and pollinator garden.

Skyline Park Improvements

This project will create a new vision for all three blocks of Skyline Park and develop a final design for construction of phase one improvements that are funded by the Elevate Denver Bond Program. In alignment with the Outdoor Downtown Plan, this plan will be driven by the foundational goals of a Social, Recreational, Connected, Cultural and Sustainable downtown.

Sloan's Lake Park: Playground & Tennis Court Replacement

The south playground and tennis courts at Sloan's Lake Park will be replaced, including the addition of pickleball and upgraded picnic facilities. Improvements to adjacent parking, landscape, and accessibility will also be included as the project budget allows.

South Platte River Trail Improvements

Various long and short-term infrastructure projects will soon be implemented and require detours along the South Platte River Trail in the coming months and years.

Strategic Acquisition Plan

Denver Parks and Recreation has developed a Strategic Acquisition Plan to guide the growth of an equitable, sustainable and resilient parks and recreation system for a healthier Denver.

Sunken Gardens Park Master Plan

Denver Parks and Recreation has launched a master planning process for Sunken Gardens Park, with a goal to improve the park visitor experience by developing a long-term plan that respects the historical context, period features, and landscape character of the park, while accommodating changing use patterns and needs of the community.

Swansea Indoor Pool

An indoor pool is being constructed at Swansea Recreation Center to replace its aging outdoor pool. This project is funded through the Elevate Denver Bond.

Trails Projects

Various long and short-term infrastructure projects are implemented on Denver's regional trail system, requiring detours and closures at different times and locations. Learn more about current trail projects.

Verbena Park Improvements

Located in the East Colfax neighborhood, Verbena Park playground and basketball court will be redesigned with input from the surrounding community.

Veterans Park: Dog Park Proposal

After collecting the necessary signatures and letters of support, the Veterans Park proposal has reached the point in the process to host a public open house. This open house is scheduled for February 23, 2022. Learn more and get involved.

Washington Park Projects

In line with the park's master plan, Denver Parks and Recreation is creating a concept plan/design for the boathouse area in the north end of Washington Park. As part of this process, an existing conditions assessment will be conducted, along with community outreach to inform how to utilize this former play area.

Westwood Neighborhood Projects

Several projects and planning efforts are underway in Denver's Westwood neighborhood, bringing new green space and recreation amenities to the community.

Westwood Recreation Center

This project is funded through the Elevate Denver Bond Program. The public input process held in early 2018 identified health and wellness as a high priority throughout the city, with a recreation service-gap in west Denver—the future recreation center will be the first in the neighborhood.

Quality Hill Pilot Dog Park

Denver Parks and Recreation has recently initiated a 3-month pilot dog park at Quality Hill Park. It started following a series of focus groups with the neighborhood association.

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