National Parks / Natural World Near Me in Denver, CO

Did you know that Denver has over 80 miles of off-street multi purpose trails? Did you know that this Mile High City has mountain parks across four counties, or that there are 9 dog friendly parks? In fact, with 22 accessible parks and 24 conservation areas spanning 14,000 acres, it's one of the most expansive and unique systems in the entire West!

Surprisingly Denver is more green than you might think, and it's the perfect place for the family to spend the day enjoying the best of the city!

You can take your time right in the heart of the city with Denver City Park, or marvel at what nature created at the stunning Red Rocks Park just outside the city limit.  You can play sports at Bear Valley Park, or picnic at Barnum Park. 

You can even get those kids active at Denver's state park - Cherry Creek!

Of course, nature comes in all shapes and sizes just like Denver Botanic Gardens where kids can play in one of the top five botanic gardens in the country! 

Let's not forget that Denver is near the foothills to the impressive Rocky Mountains...and THAT is nature at it's finest! Get those walking shoes on kids, it's time to get into the great outdoors!