Garland Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
All ages
About
Garland Park in East Denver does not make the tourist headlines, but its 4.5 rating from nearly 1,000 Google reviews tells the real story: this is a park that Denver's east-side families trust and return to consistently. When a community park accumulates nearly a thousand reviews, it is because it is a genuine anchor for neighborhood life.
Located on E Mississippi Ave in the East Denver neighborhood, Garland Park offers the essential mix of community park amenities: a playground for children, open lawn space for sports and picnics, and community-oriented facilities that bring the neighborhood together. The park opens at 5AM — earlier than most Denver parks — making it a good option for early morning family walks.
For families staying in or around the Denver East or Glendale area, Garland Park is the local go-to that eliminates the drive to more distant parks. Kids love the open space to run, the playground structure, and the community energy of an active neighborhood park.
Completely free, well-maintained, and a genuine community asset.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Early morning or evening; open 5AM-11PM daily
Wait Times
No wait — free public park
Nearby Food
Mississippi Ave in East Denver has various dining options within a short drive. No on-site food vendors at the park.
Why Kids Love It
Garland Park in East Denver is a large, well-loved community park with nearly 1,000 Google reviews and a 4.5 rating — the kind of review volume that only comes from a park families truly rely on. It has open lawns, a playground, and community sports facilities that attract families from the Denver East neighborhoods. Kids love the space to run and the community energy of a genuinely active park.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Nearly 1,000 reviews makes this one of Denver's most-reviewed community parks — it is well-regarded by east Denver families
- Open from 5AM to 11PM — one of Denver's longer park hours
- Good for the broader Denver East and Glendale area families
- Pack a picnic for a no-cost family afternoon
- Check the Denver Parks and Recreation site for community events and programs at Garland Park
What to Bring
- Picnic blanket and food
- Sunscreen
- Sports equipment like a soccer ball or frisbee
- Water bottles
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 (free public park; bring your own food)
Tips to Save
- Completely free.
- Nearly 1,000 Google reviews indicates this is a highly reliable community park.
- Open very early (5AM) making it good for early risers.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 5AM-11PM
- Monday
- 5AM-11PM
- Sunday
- 5AM-11PM
- Tuesday
- 5AM-11PM
- Saturday
- 5AM-11PM
- Thursday
- 5AM-11PM
- Wednesday
- 5AM-11PM
