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City Park Denver
Ferril Lake in City Park.

City Park – Denver

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Comprised of 330 acres, City Park is Denver’s largest municipal park. Ferril and Duck Lakes provide water recreation, including paddleboat rentals from the boathouse. There are lots of flat grassy fields, so it’s a great space for nearly any activity.

Home to both the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, each summer the park holds a free weekly concert series, as well as numerous festivals. Additionally, on most nights there are rec leagues using the space. Those with a dog can check out Josephine Gardens Dog Park, located next to City Park at 16th and Josephine.

Duck Lake and Ferril Lake

Ferril Lake City Park Denver CO
Fall morning in City Park, Denver, CO. Photo by: Michael Levine-Clark

The park was designed in 1882 after mounting pressure for city parks from Denver’s growing population. It’s home to two bodies of water, Duck Lake and the larger Ferril Lake. You can go stand up paddle boarding on Ferril Lake.

Facilities

  • Two Lakes + Boat House
  • Tennis + Handball Courts
  • Soccer, Football and Baseball/Softball Fields
  • Picnic Areas + Horseshoe Pits
  • Interactive Fountain
  • Two Playgrounds
  • Denver Zoo
  • Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Activities

Denver Skyline City Park Denver CO Ferril Lake
Denver Skyline and City Park’s Ferril Lake. Photo by: Kari

Biking/Hiking: Numerous paths allow for joggers and pedestrians. Bikes are welcome on park roads.

Boating: The boathouse at Ferril Lake rents stand up paddle boats.

Fishing: Permitted in the lakes.

Golfing: City Park Golf Course is located north of the park.

Picnicking: Picnic tables are found around the park.

Thatcher Fountain.
MLK statue.
Park path.
Trail is open to pedestrians.
City Park Pavilion.
Dog walker.
Autumn colors.
Playground.
Open space.
Horseshoe pits.
Tennis courts.
Canon.
Burns statue.
Fall garden.
Duck Lake.
Place to sit.
Tupac stencil.
Ferril Lake.
Denver Zoo.
Lakeside trail.
Park trail.
Shade tree.
Denver Parks & Recreation building.
Graham-Bible House.
East entrance.
Nearby dog park at 16th and Josephine.

Details

Address: 1700 North York St, Denver, CO 80206

Season: Year-round | Daily 5 am – 11 pm

Pets: Yes, on-leash

Fees: None

Map: City Park (PDF)

Website: denvergov.org

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