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Lilley Gulch Playground

πŸ“ Kipling Hills, CO

β˜…4.5(55 Google reviews)

Lilley Gulch Playground sits within a 30-acre regional park in Littleton featuring a Colorado-themed design. Best for ages 2+. Includes a large sandbox and climbing bars. No shade on the play area.

βœ“ Colorado-themedβœ“ sandboxβœ“ climbing structuresβœ“ regional trailβœ“ rec center nearbyβœ“ ages 2+
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Nice playground. Colorado themed.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children ages 2–10 who want a playground plus active outdoor options. The lack of shade on the play surface is a real consideration on hot Colorado days β€” visit in the morning or on overcast days. The adjacent recreation center provides an indoor option if weather turns.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Bring sunscreen and hats β€” there is no shade directly over the playground equipment
⏰Morning visits are cooler and less crowded on hot days
🎟️The Lilley Gulch Recreation Center next door has an indoor pool β€” check for public swim schedules
πŸš—The sandbox is a genuine draw for toddlers; bring a bucket and spade

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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55 Google reviews

Equipment variety & theming40%
Trail & park access30%
No shade on equipment20%
Rec center proximity10%
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Kerry Atherton

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β€œNice playground. Colorado themed.”

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David Chatham

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β€œAnother awesome park that the kids love to go to!! They like to burn off energy at alot of them!!!”

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Abigail Torres

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β€œSuggest bringing kids 2+. We live close by so my son and I are use to it but it’s meant for bigger kids and no shade on oak ground. Usually kept very clean and has many choices (big sandbox, climbing bars…). Great place to ride your bikes around!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Lilley Gulch Playground in Littleton features Colorado-themed equipment including a large sandbox and climbing bars on an oak bark ground surface. Reviewers recommend it for children 2 and up, noting it's scaled toward bigger kids. The surrounding park includes two baseball fields, two multi-use fields, four tennis courts, a half-court basketball court, and the Lilley Gulch Recreation Center with an indoor pool and gymnasium. The 2.19-mile Lilley Gulch Regional Trail runs through the site.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday06:00 – 22:00
Tuesday06:00 – 22:00
Wednesday06:00 – 22:00
Thursday06:00 – 22:00
Friday06:00 – 22:00
Saturday06:00 – 22:00
Sunday06:00 – 22:00

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