Things To Do in Highlands
Anderson Park
Rates above the average for things to do near Highlands — one of 41 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Anderson Park is a comprehensive community park along Clear Creek known for its extensive trail system and diverse recreational facilities, located in the heart of the Front Range between Golden and Westminster.
The Clear Creek Trail running through the park is what truly sets it apart—a peaceful, well-maintained path spanning miles that connects Golden to Westminster and draws both casual walkers and serious cyclists.
- ✓Two unique playgrounds including one with zip lines and interactive animal sound features
- ✓Clear Creek Trail offers miles of scenic biking and walking with lush vegetation and peaceful surroundings
- ✓Full amenities including public pool with waterslides, baseball and soccer fields, basketball court, and covered pavilion for reservations
- ✓Beautifully maintained green space that's especially stunning in fall
- ✓Hosts community events like the Carnation Festival and concerts
How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.
Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What Visitors Say
All reviews on Google MapsMarcela Serrano
a month ago
If you like walking and nature, biking and enjoying time with our planet, you NEED to come to this park and take the bike routes. It's so pretty, specially at fall time.
Jenny B
7 months ago
This play ground has some unique swings and play structures, next to a flower garden in summer. Clear Creek is next door to the playground, and there is plenty of seating and shady options. If you cross the field you have a second playground with a zip line type activity. It’s forest themed (cute) and quiet. Next to baseball fields.
Nicole Freyta
5 months ago
This was my first time here & I was absolutely in Aww. They have walking & biking trails along the Greenbelt & Clear Creek Trail. They havena public pool with waterslides, baseball, soccer fields, Pavilion (Reservations), Playground & Basketball Court. I couldn't believe how beautiful the creek was, I'll definitely will be walking the trails
Brett Stakelin
a year ago
Love it! The new playground is super clean and fun with tons to do. Interactive wild animal sounds thingy is pretty neat. Love those swings and slides. Green space all around looks wonderfully maintained. Great access from the bike trail. Don’t miss out on the zip lines across the way!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anderson Park worth it in Highlands?
The Clear Creek Trail running through the park is what truly sets it apart—a peaceful, well-maintained path spanning miles that connects Golden to Westminster and draws both casual walkers and serious cyclists. Known for: creek trails, playgrounds, and bike routes.
What do visitors love about Anderson Park?
Two unique playgrounds including one with zip lines and interactive animal sound features Clear Creek Trail offers miles of scenic biking and walking with lush vegetation and peaceful surroundings Full amenities including public pool with waterslides, baseball and soccer fields, basketball court, and covered pavilion for reservations Beautifully maintained green space that's especially stunning in fall Hosts community events like the Carnation Festival and concerts
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