Parks & playgrounds · park playground

Chautauqua Park

Historic park at the base of the Flatirons offering hiking trails, picnic areas, and a playground.

4.8 (5456 Google reviews)FreeOutdoor
  • hiking
  • picnic
  • scenic

900 Baseline Rd &, 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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What locals say

Insider tip 📍 Chautauqua Park

The park at the base of Chautauqua near the dining hall has a 2-story playhouse perfect for kids.

“park at the base of Chautauqua near the dining hall has a super fun 2-story playhouse”

Overheard on r/boulder · 14 upvotes

Insider tip 📍 Chautauqua Park

Recently renovated playground with plenty of shade trees, though parking can be difficult.

“Chautauqua just redid theirs and while parking might be a challenge, every time I'm up there it's all kidded up.”

Overheard on r/boulder · 7 upvotes

Insider tip 📍 Chautauqua Park

Best playground in town with dramatic views. Bring a ball or frisbee for the grass.

“Skip north boulder park & do Chautauqua playground instead!”

Overheard on r/boulder · 7 upvotes

Insider tip 1+ 📍 Chautauqua Park

Features a playground with a mini-auditorium playhouse. Pair with a short hike and ice cream at the General Store.

“small playground up at Chautauqua which features a mini version of the auditorium as its playhouse.”

Overheard on r/boulder · 4 upvotes

📍 Chautauqua Park

Great for a quick, scenic hike to get some fresh air and photos.

“go to Chautauqua and do a quick hike”

Overheard on r/boulder · 65 upvotes

📍 Chautauqua Park

Great spot for family picnics.

“chataqua picnics”

Overheard on r/boulder · 45 upvotes

📍 Chautauqua Park

The visitors center has stuffed animals and there is a playground across the meadow.

“The visitors center at Chautauqua has some stuffed animals - there is also a playground across the meadow.”

Overheard on r/boulder · 4 upvotes

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