Ivywild Park

A Peaceful Escape

Nestled alongside Cheyenne Creek, Ivywild Park offers a cozy 3-4 acre retreat for the Ivywild community. The park's most striking feature might be its magnificent cottonwood trees that cast cool, welcoming shadows across the grounds - great for those scorching Colorado summer days when shade becomes your best friend.

With its gentle grassy expanses and winding walking paths, this park invites you to take a leisurely stroll or get in some light exercise. There's something wonderfully calming about this hidden neighborhood spot that makes it feel worlds away from city life, despite being right in the middle of it all.

Kid-Friendly Fun

If you're bringing the little ones, you're in luck - the park features two separate play structures thoughtfully designed for different age groups. The smaller set caters to toddlers and younger children, while older kids have their own space to explore and challenge themselves.

The playground strikes that perfect balance of modern and fun with its plastic and metal equipment. Kids particularly love the swings and slides, which often become the center of excitement. Safety comes first with woodchip surfacing underneath, and various climbing structures await those more adventurous children who always need to reach the highest point possible.

Park Features

Need a spot for lunch or a small gathering? The park's covered gazebo provides a shaded retreat that's ideal for picnics or simply taking a break from the sun. You'll also find several benches strategically placed across the grounds - excellent for people-watching or just enjoying a good book.

Note that there are no restroom facilities or water fountains available here, so it's best to come prepared. Parking is limited to street spaces along the quiet neighborhood roads surrounding the park, but that helps maintain its peaceful atmosphere.

Things to Do

The open spaces at Ivywild invite impromptu games of frisbee or catch, while the paved sidewalks winding through the greenery are fantastic for kids on scooters or adults looking for a pleasant walking route.

Basketball enthusiasts can shoot some hoops at the single basketball hoop - though you might need to bring a friend if you're hoping for a game. Dog owners will appreciate the park's pet-friendly nature, with plenty of walking paths and interesting trees for your four-legged friends to investigate while on leash.

A Touch of History

Ivywild Park is both a green space and a window into local history. Take a moment to read the plaque that shares stories about the area's earliest residents and how the Ivywild community developed over time.

The park's charming decorative well adds a touch of character and often catches visitors' attention. Located just a short walk from the historic Ivywild School - now transformed into a vibrant marketplace housing restaurants and a brewery - the park makes for a great stop before grabbing lunch or after enjoying a local craft beer.