Jobs Order your pass Winter Return to Parks Area map Cherry Creek, Denver's backyard playground, offers unlimited recreation opportunities anchored around a 880 surface-area lake. Cherry Creek State Park offers a natural prarie environment of gentle, rolling hills and complete outdoor recreation facilities, including camping, group picnic sites and facilities for special events, all in the midst of a busy urban area. Visitors to the park can view birds in their natural habitat from an observation platform, enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, trail use and more. To beat the May thru September rush, come out and visit Cherry Creek early or late in the day or on weekdays.
Cherry Creek is open for boating.
Buoys have been installed. Hazards may not be marked and boaters should use caution especially when operating in shallow waters. A controled dog keeps wildlife happy. Please be kind and share the trails.