# Jefferson Park

Jefferson Park, Denver, CO

Named for Thomas Jefferson, the bluff-top park later gave its neighborhood its name.

- Size: 6.7 acres
- Opened: 1899
- Run by: Denver Parks & Recreation
- Ages 1 to 18+
- Scenery: Pretty. Big shade trees

## Highlights

- Smooth play surfacing: Poured rubber, no wood chips
- Picnic shelter: Shelter for up to 50
- Shade: Big shade trees throughout
- Playground: Rebuilt in 2015

## What's here

- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
- Grills & fire pits
- Water fountain
- Benches
- Accessible picnic area
- Basketball

## Getting there

2201 N Clay St, Denver, CO 80211

Nearest transit: Courtesy Cart 1 (bus) and Ball Arena / Elitch Gardens (rail)

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