Parks in Denver, CO

Parks in Denver at a glance

• With a population of 718,877, Denver has 360 parks (5.0 per 10,000 people).
• Per person, that is 19% below the Colorado average (6.2 per 10,000).
• It has more parks than any other city in Colorado.
• The largest group is Local Park (84%), ahead of Playground and Dog Park.

Frequently asked questions

How many parks are in Denver, CO?

There are 360 parks in Denver as of 10/26/2026, including 301 local parks, 20 playgrounds, 15 dog parks.