Palmer Park, Colorado Springs, CO

Posted: July 8th, 2009 | Author: Roselyn Ludwig | Filed under: Colorado | Tags: , , , , , | No Comments »

The Oasis in the Middle of Colorado Springs, CO

Location:  Palmer Park sits right in the middle of Colorado Springs.  There are two entrances to the park.

To the WEST entrance: take Fillmore east, just past the major intersection at Union Blvd; you will see some medical office buildings, and then the golf course on the left.  Turn LEFT onto Paseo Rd, just at the end of the golf course.  It is a small street, but the sign is clearly visible.  Paseo winds past the golf course, through a residential area, and right into the park.  The actual park entrance is gated and marked by signs.

To the EAST entrance:  From Academy Blvd, turn WEST onto Maizeland.  There is a large park right there at that intersection, that’s the east end of Palmer Park.  The entrance is about 250 yards up on Maizeland, also gated and marked with signs.

What you need to know:

The only restrooms are at the west entrance.  There are picnic tables in several areas, but there is no water available, so make sure to bring your own.  Pets are welcome, in fact there is a dog park near the east entrance.  Wear good sneakers, and bring your mountain bike if you have one.
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