Painted Prairie provides a little something for everyone, from hiking and sledding to biking and exploring the neighborhood parks. As you step away from your home, your next adventure awaits — even if you're simply enjoying the sweeping views of Colorado's Front Range while exploring the community.
Whether you walk, jog, bike, or push a stroller, Painted Prairie offers a growing network of trails connecting the community’s parks and open spaces. Developed by Civitas and Calthorpe and Associates — the creative minds behind the park and open space system in Denver's Central Park neighborhood — the showpiece of Painted Prairie is a 22-acre central park with a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities.
Play your favorite sport on open grass fields, explore miles of neighborhood trails, or enjoy one of Painted Prairie’s environmentally inspired playgrounds designed for kids of all ages. Smaller pocket parks are scattered throughout the community, providing welcoming spaces to relax, gather with neighbors, or simply enjoy the outdoors.
Looking to relax with friends and family? Grab a picnic table, gather around a fire pit, attend community events, or explore the arroyo feature that offers playful slides from top to bottom. Painted Prairie’s parks are designed to bring neighbors together while providing opportunities for recreation and relaxation.
Venturing beyond Painted Prairie? Residents enjoy convenient access to regional recreation opportunities, including the nearby Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge, which offers miles of trails, wildlife viewing, and outdoor exploration just a few minutes away.
Looking to live near these parks and trails? Browse the latest Painted Prairie homes for sale to see current listings in the community.