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Introduce
Welcome to North Standley Lake Open Space Park, a hidden gem nestled in Westminster, Colorado. This park offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and families alike.
Open daily from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, North Standley Lake Open Space Park provides a serene environment where visitors can unwind and connect with nature. The park features a variety of amenities, including a splash pad, a carousel, and the unique opportunity to rent swan or pelican boats for a leisurely ride on the lake. With affordable prices ($5 for the swan and $10 for the pelican for 30 minutes, and $1 for the carousel), these activities are accessible to everyone.
For those who love the outdoors, the park offers free birding walks twice a month and other nature programs that you can sign up for on the City of Westminster site. During the summer, camping and RV sites are available, allowing visitors to extend their stay and fully immerse themselves in the park's tranquil atmosphere.
The park is well-maintained, with clean facilities and working bathrooms. The staff is known for their friendliness and knowledge, ensuring that every visit is a pleasant experience. Remember to keep your dogs on a leash to maintain the park's harmony.
Here’s what some of our visitors have to say:
- "Such a great piece of nature managed by Westminster. They offer free birding walks twice a month and other nature programs that you can sign up for on the City of Westminster site. Camping/RV sites are available in the summer. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Keep your dogs on leash!"
- "We came the last weekend it was open and this was such a cool little space. A cool little splash pad, an awesome Park. A carousel a spot to ride the boats out on the lake if you want to (pay to rent a swan or a pelican to ride around) if I'm correct, it was $5 for the swan and $10 for the pelican. Not bad price at all for 30 minutes. $1 for the carousel. Really clean Park, working bathrooms. Friendly stuff all around awesome experience."
Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous day out, North Standley Lake Open Space Park has something for everyone. Plan your visit today and experience the beauty and charm of this wonderful park.
Gallery
Highlights
Picnics
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Activities
Hiking
Amenities
Barbecue grill
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Payments
Debit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Pets
Dogs allowed
Jeff Birek
Jan 07
Such a great piece of nature managed by Westminster. They offer free birding walks twice a month and other nature programs that you can sign up for on the City of Westminster site. Camping/RV sites are available in the summer. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Keep your dogs on leash!
Damian Trujillo
Sep 09
We came the last weekend it was open and this was such a cool little space. A cool little splash pad, an awesome Park. A carousel a spot to ride the boats out on the lake if you want to ( pay to rent a swan or a pelican to ride around) if I'm correct, it was $5 for the swan and $10 for the pelican. Not bad price at all for 30 minutes. $1 for the carousel. Really clean Park, working bathrooms. Friendly stuff all around awesome experience
Jane Dear
Aug 22
I really adore this place being a fan of nature, but I come for the birds in particular. I have been lucky enough to spot the Bald Eagles in the sanctioned area of the space, and have also seen hawks and turkey vultures among many smaller common birds. A wonderful place for a walk, or a drive, or a picnic. It's kind on the eyes and certainly worth visiting. I recommend checking the Standley Lake Eagle Cam if you are interested in seeing the Eagles and their nest! There are currently no eaglets in the nest but you might spot an adult sitting in frame. Good luck and have fun!! PS, these photos belong to me and are subject to copyright, but please enjoy observing them!
Snow Lv
Mar 26
first time here. Looks awesome. Lots of camping spots. Tent, trailer camping and you can also rent keepers. Boating is allowed. Also rent watercraft. Fishing is allowed, I was told they do stock the waters. Have bbq grills and fire pits. Hey have port-a-potys and main bathrooms. Lots of tables next to the store line. Have horse shoe game and valley ball but you have to bring your own equipment.
Mike Watson
Jun 17
Beautiful nature area! The park is clean and well maintained and the prices were very reasonable. It was $7 for entry and a two hour canoe rental was only $20. I rented a canoe with my kids and we went around the west side of the lake for some bird watching. We even had a bald eagle fly about 15 feet overhead, which was every bit as awesome as it sounds! We will definitely be coming back here.