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Washington Park Playground

📍 South Denver, CO

4.7(128 Google reviews)

Washington Park Playground sits inside one of Denver's most celebrated parks, offering quality play equipment alongside a walking track, open lawns, and lake views. Spread-out layout suits families willing to explore.

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★★★★★Featured review by Anne Gillaspie

One of the best playgrounds around Denver!! We have nothing but amazing things to say about it!

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids ages 2–10 who want to combine playground time with a full park experience. The walking track appeals to parents. The spread-out grounds mean strollers and older walkers do better here than toddlers on foot alone.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Use the paved walking track as kids play — it loops the park's perimeter
Bring a stroller if you have toddlers — the park is large and attractions are spread out
🎟️Weekend mornings are busiest; arrive early to claim a spot near the playground

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.7

128 Google reviews

Beautiful park setting45%
Great playground equipment35%
Spacious and spread out20%
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Anne Gillaspie

One of the best playgrounds around Denver!! We have nothing but amazing things to say about it!

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Steve Allwood

Visited Washington Park with our 3 kids (7, 5, and 3), and overall it was a good experience! The park is beautiful and well-maintained, but a bit spread out — something to keep in mind if you’ve got multiple young kids. ✅ Walking Track: My wife loved it. Peaceful, safe, and the perfect loop for a relaxing walk while still staying nearby. ✅ Playground: Fun and engaging, but split into different sections. Made it tricky to keep an eye on all three kids at once. 🐿️ Extra Bonus: Our eldest had a blast running around and chasing squirrels — total highlight for him! 👶 Toddler Experience: Our 3-year-old enjoyed wandering but needed closer supervision with how spread out things were. If you have multiple kids, just be prepared to stay on your toes. Still, a lovely spot for families to explore, walk, and play. Would definitely come again — just with a bit of a game plan!

Reviews from Google

Overview

Set within Washington Park on S Franklin Street, this playground consistently ranks among Denver's best. Families with kids across a range of ages find something to enjoy — play structures suit younger children, and the surrounding park delivers a paved walking track, open lawns, and lake scenery for everyone else. The park's spread-out layout means families with multiple young children should plan for some walking between areas.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:00 – 22:00
Tuesday07:00 – 22:00
Wednesday07:00 – 22:00
Thursday07:00 – 22:00
Friday07:00 – 22:00
Saturday07:00 – 22:00
Sunday07:00 – 22:00

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