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5 Great Playgrounds in the Evergreen, Bailey & Conifer Areas

Macaroni Kid Evergreen, Bailey, Conifer has the Scoop on the Fun around Town

May 16, 2019

We are lucky in Evergreen, Conifer and Bailey to have so many great playgrounds and parks to explore. From swings to slides, to climbing walls and water features, our parks and playgrounds keep my kids active, are a great place to meet old friends (and make new friends!), and it's FREE local recreation!

I often get asked what our favorite playgrounds are, so I thought I'd share here with you my family's picks for our top five playgrounds and parks to visit in the Evergreen, Bailey & Conifer area.

Locations are listed alphabetically:



Arrowhead Community Park 

2338 Isoletta Rd
Indian Hills

What we love about Arrowhead Community Park: 

One of our favorite parks by far! This park has amenities sure to keep kids of all ages happy. Beautifully kept and amzing playground equipment complete with a volleyball court! The park is in a beautiful setting with gorgeous mountain backdrops and expansive green fields. Bonus that the park is near one of our favorite venues Eudaimonia! Park is owned by Christian Fellowship Church and Indian Hills Fire District. Leased and maintained by Evergreen Park and Rec District.

Amenities at Arrowhead Community Park

  • One large play set, several smaller sets
  • Climbing walls
  • Rope bridge
  • Two swings, one tire swing
  • Bears and logs to climb on
  • Large grassy area
  • Six shaded tables under pavilion 
  • Basketball court
  • Volleyball court
  • Paved paths perfect for young cyclists
  • Two Horseshoe Pits
  • One port-o-potty




Kittredge Park

26440 Colorado 74
Evergreen 

What we love about Kittredge Park: 

Beautifully maintained with a large grassy area perfect for picnics. Park separates playground from creek with fence for safety. Perfect creekside spot to cool off (supervised of course) in the summer. Also offers a nice paved path perfect for budding cyclists. Park owned by Jefferson County. Leased and maintained by Evergreen Park and Rec District.

Amenities at Kittredge Park: 

  • Two playsets, one secured by a fence
  • Six total swings, two baby swings
  • Three picnic tables
  • Drinking fountain
  • Paved path perfect for young cyclists
  • Two port-o-potties




Marshdale Park

6979 S Ocelot Trail
Evergreen 

What we love about Marshdale Park: 

A fun playground in a beautiful setting. We like this playground because it has lots of room to run and play. EPRD has done some great improvements to this park in recent years. Check out the new turf field/track, new seating, renovated playground, improved walking path and more! Park is owned and maintained by Evergreen Park and Rec District.

Amenities at Marshdale Park: 

  • Three playsets
  • Four swings, One tire swing
  • Paved path perfect for young cyclists
  • 9 tables, 6 tables under pavilions
  • 4 Port-o-potties
  • Two tennis courts
  • Pickelball Courts
  • Turf Field/Track




McGraw Memorial Park

60752 US Highway 285
Bailey

What we love about McGraw Park: 

This park is perfect for any train and/or history lovers. Explore the train car and historical little village of buildings and train car. Park set in Beautiful Downtown Bailey next to the picaresque river. The bridge is a popular place for family photographs. Owned by the Park County Historical Society.

Amenities at McGraw Park: 

  • Picnic tables 
  • Hiking trails 
  • Fishing
  • River and Bridge
  • Historic Site, Building and traintracks
  • Public restrooms




Pine Valley Ranch Park

30400 Crystal Lake Rd
Pine

What we love about Pine Valley Ranch Park: 

Our family loves to make a day out of our visit to Pine Valley Ranch Park. Bring a picnic, fishing poles and hiking shoes to enjoy a summer day in the sun. Features a small visitor center open on weekends and holidays. Shelters can be reserved for parties.

Amenities at McGraw Park: 

  • Lake, Fishing
  • Winter Ice Skating (Free)
  • River with bridges
  • Several picnic tables, many under a pavilion
  • Gazebo
  • Bathroom facilities
  • Family friendly hiking trails
  • Paved trails good for kids to bike


Hope this list of top five playgrounds and parks in Evergreen, Bailey & Conifer helps you find -- or rediscover! -- some fun places for your family to explore this summer. Now get those kids out to play! For our complete guide to family friendly parks around town check out the Macaroni Kid Parks & Playgrounds in Evergreen, Bailey & Conifer  ~ Macaroni Kid Guide


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