Exercise and being outdoors to be able to breathe fresh air is paramount for our bodies. We can take a walk, play with our dog and family or practice any other exercise or sport. Denver may be a world-class city with its urban sights but you’re guaranteed to find a green space close from you.
Denver City Green Areas
There are over 5,000 acres of urban parkland in Denver, which include: more than 200 city parks, 100 miles of trails, 11 dog parks and an additional 14,000 acres of breathtaking mountain parks. As with many public areas, there are certain regulations and rules that visitors need to comply to. So if you’re planning a picnic, make sure not to bring any glass containers. If you’re not at a dog park, your dog must be on leash at all times. Restrooms may be closed by the end of September but portolets are year-around available. Remember to use the trash cans or take your trash with you!
4 City Parks in Denver
City Park: East of downtown on 17th Ave. and York St.
Our own very version of New York’s Central Park, this grandiose place hold a public golf course, flower gardens, ornate fountains, beautiful lakes, acres of green and lush lawn, and some of the city’s top attractions: Denver Zoo, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Martin Luther King Memorials and more.
Cheeseman Park: 1599 E. 8th St.
Loved by many families because of its large playground that delight the young ones and also by joggers and runners who enjoy the crushed granite jogging path that goes around the park.
Washington Park: Bordered by Virginia Ave. on the North, Downing St. on the West, Louisiana Ave. on the South, and Franklin St. on the East
“Wash Park” has numerous reasons for being one of the most loved ones: amazing space with two lakes (boat rentals available), lovely flower gardens, playgrounds and outfit and exercise options such as an indoor pool, bicycle pathway, crushed granite jogging path, fitness course, horseshoe pit, lawn bowling/croquet area, soccer field and tennis court.
Civic Center Park: 101 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy.
Located in the heart of Downtown, numerous events are held on this park. A Taste of Colorado, Cinco de Mayo, Civic Center EATS, Capitol Hill People’s Fair, Denver PrideFest, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, among others. Here you can also find some of the city’s top attractions: Denver Art Museum, Denver Public Library, the 16th Street Mall and the Colorado State Capitol Building.
Today, September 7, this park will host the 5th year at the Taste of Colorado. Bella Diva Dance will appear on the Heritage Cultural Stage performing “Around the World in 60 Minutes”, at Civic Center Park off Broadway & Colfax.
Enjoy the nice Denver temperature as we move into the beauty of the Fall in our placid green parks.
Here’s the official Denver website’s Parks and Recreation guide and map.
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Bella Diva Dance’s new studio is located in the Glendale Center on E. Mississippi Ave and Birch St, near Colorado Blvd. Our instructors are all highly qualified and experienced, and will grant you a thoughtful learning experience. We offer you: Belly Dance, Samba, Yoga, Bollywood, Hot Hula Fitness, Afro-Caribe and Kids’ World Dance. Contact Caitlin for more information about classes: 303.359.9414 or email us at [email protected].
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Caitlin began her music and dance career in figure skating and studied classical ballet and jazz. She obtained a B.F.A. in Musical Theater and Dance from the University of Colorado. She then traveled the world and was able to learn new world dance forms such as: Belly Dance, Salsa, African, Brazilian Samba No Pe and Bollywood. Caitlin went on to receive her Master of Arts in International Affairs & Communication from the University of Denver in 2005. She is currently an Adjunct Professor on faculty at the University of Denver in the Theater Department and the Lamont School of Music.
