About
Dad Clark Park offers a family-friendly outdoor space featuring a playground with slides and swings, a sand pit with shade, picnic shelters, a basketball court, and paved walking trails. Accessible facilities include restrooms and wheelchair-accessible entrances and seating, making it suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities.
What To Expect:
- 🏀 Basketball court
- 🛝 Playground with slides and swings
- 🏕️ Covered picnic tables and shelters
- 🚶 Paved walking and jogging trails
- 🐕 Dog-friendly areas (dogs must be leashed)
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible entrances and parking
Important Information:
- – Open daily 5 AM to 11 PM
- – Restrooms available (vault-style, some reviews report porta-potty cleanliness issues)
- – Dogs allowed but must be on leash
- – Some reports of exposed wiring near lights and maintenance needed in some areas
📍 Local Insights
🛝 Kid Favorite: The sand pit with water feature and shaded playground delight toddlers and preschoolers especially on warm days.
🏀 Active Play: Basketball court is popular for older kids and teens, making it a versatile park for all ages.
🌿 Trail Access: Paved trails link the park to larger green spaces perfect for jogging and family walks.
☀️ Picnic in Shade: Covered shelters and picnic tables provide shaded spots, but some wish for more seating options in the shade.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM–11:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Families
- •Kids
- •Joggers
- •Picnics
Also In
Best Parks & Recreation in Highlands Ranch →Location
3385 Astorbrook Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126Review Sentiment
Based on 105 Google reviews
"Visitors consistently enjoy the well-maintained playground, sand pit, walking trails, and picnic facilities, noting it’s a great spot for families and kids. Some reviewers mention maintenance issues with restrooms and minor safety concerns like exposed wiring, but overall the park is praised for its cleanliness and family-friendly amenities."
What You'll Find
- •Playground
- •Sand Pit
- •Picnic Tables
- •Covered Shelters
- •Public Restroom
- •Basketball Court
- •Walking Trails
- •Dog-Friendly Areas
- •Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
- •Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot
- •Wheelchair Accessible Seating
📆 Best Times to Visit
Late mornings and early afternoons during weekdays are less busy; weekends peak early afternoon. Visit midweek for quieter trails and picnic spots.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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