Cottonwood Park West Playground offers a large play area featuring slides, swings, and plenty of shade perfect for younger children. Nearby open spaces and picnic shelters make it great for family outings and quiet relaxation.
What to Expect:
🛝 Play structures with slides and swings
🌳 Shaded picnic areas and open grassy fields
🚶 Paths leading to Cherry Creek Ecological Park
♿ Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking
Important Information:
– Public restrooms available
– On-site parking with accessible spaces
– No reservations required
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🛝 Diverse Play Equipment: Includes slides and swings suitable for various ages, sparking imaginative play.
🌿 Nearby Nature Trails: Take a stroll along the path to Cherry Creek Ecological Park for added outdoor adventure.
☀️ Plenty of Shade: Shaded picnic areas provide comfort during sunny days.
📚 Little Free Library: A charming spot for children and families to browse and exchange books.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors consistently appreciate the spacious and well-shaded playground, the numerous play options for children, and the peaceful picnic areas. The proximity to hiking trails and overall cleanliness also receive praise, with no notable negatives reported.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
