Top Outdoor Basketball Courts In Denver
Denver has some of the best year-round weather that allows residents to play outdoors almost any day. For those who like to spend their time playing basketball, there are numerous outdoor courts all over the city, making it as simple as picking the area you'd like to play in. The following picks are all located in parks throughout the metro Denver area. They are all open to the public, but you may have to jump into a pickup game if you want to touch the court.
Eastmoor Park
6900 E. Princeton Ave.
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 913-1311
www.denvergov.org/parks
Located just off I-25 near Quincy, this park is on the southeast side of town and quite a hidden gem. The one, well-maintained basketball court can often be seen used for a lively game. Because it's off the beaten bath, there are many times when you can find the court abandoned if you want to work on your jump shot or layup in private.
James A. Bible Park
2700 S. Monaco Parkway
Denver, CO 80224
www.denvergov.org
This park, located in the east Denver on Monaco, is a nice mix of city park and rugged wild park. There is a long walking or biking path surrounding the park that almost emulates a mountainous trail and in the enormous park are some very well-kept basketball courts. James A. Bible is rarely heavily populated but many locals do use the court, so be ready for a riveting game.
Washington Park
South Downing St. & E. Louisiana Ave.
Denver, CO 80209
www.washpark.com
Wash Park is a local favorite. The convenient location in the middle of the city, the beautiful flowers and the sheer size make it beloved by many residents and visitors alike. The basketball courts are located on the western side of the park, by the tennis courts, and just north of Grasmere Lake. Because Wash Park is so popular, you will want to go early, especially on weekends, if you want any chance of hitting the court.
Del Mar Park
12000 E. 6th Ave.
Aurora, CO 80010
www.auroragov.org
Aurora's Del Mar Park is almost 40 acres of sports complex. With football, tennis, baseball and basketball represented, it's the perfect park for the whole family. If balling is your passion, Del Mar boasts two full courts that are often occupied by some pretty talented players. When you want to up your game, Del Mar Park is the perfect place to partake in some friendly competition.
Hoops Park
16300 E. 6th Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
www.auroragov.org
When playing a game of basketball is all that you're looking for, why not go to a park that is only about basketball? Hoops Park in Aurora is a no-frills park with three full courts. The park provides nothing else, except a restroom, ensuring that only serious ballers come here. For a real game, with no other distractions, this park in eastern Aurora is a must.
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Nicole Cormier is a hip-hop head with business ambitions who stumbled awkwardly into journalism in 2007 as Colorado Music Buzz's hip-hop editor. She is the publisher and editor of the Colorado hip-hop e-magazine. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.
