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James J Richey Park

4.1★ · 177 Google ratings · Lakewood, Colorado

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At a glance

What visitors report about James J Richey Park

Shade
Little shade reportedBased on visitor reports · 2013–2026
Access
Step-free entrance
Crowds
Quietest Tue 8am · busiest Sun afternoon
Size
About 2,700 sq ft · bigger than 25% of the ones we measured

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The site plan

Map of James J Richey Park

Illustrated map of James J Richey Park
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Guide

Good to know

Good for a picnic
Picnic facilities on site, with room to sit and eat near the play area.
Official listing
Best for ages 5 and up
The playground equipment is designed for older children, with limited options for toddlers under five.
Great for open space play
The large grass field and wide layout make it ideal for running, picnics, and games beyond just the playground.
Parking requires advance planning
Parking is not clearly marked and can be difficult; arrive early or expect to park off-site nearby.
Little shade reported
Bring sun cover on bright days.
Based on visitor reports · 2013–2026
Arrive during daytime hours
Visit during afternoon hours when police patrol is most visible and the park is typically busier with families.
Expect limited amenities
Pack water and snacks as the playground has no restrooms, drinking fountains, or nearby concessions.

Distilled from 95 visitor reviews.

Crowds

When it gets busy

Weekday mornings are generally quiet; weekend afternoons get busiest.

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From Google visit patterns, 8am to 7pm.

Practical

Plan your visit

📍 1301 Carr St, Lakewood, CO 80215
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Nearby

Nearby playgrounds

Two Creeks Park
0.7 miles away · Better for toddlers
Morse Park
0.7 miles away · Has restrooms
Aviation Park
1.1 miles away · More shade
Questions

Parent FAQs

Is there shade at James J Richey Park?
Visitors report a lack of shade; plan sun protection for summer visits.
When is James J Richey Park least busy?
Based on Google visit patterns, the quietest daytime hour is Tuesday around 8am.
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Aerial photo of James J Richey Park

How we know this. Place details from the public Google business listing; facilities inferred from 95 visitor reviews; playground outlines and amenity positions from OpenStreetMap (ODbL), which is also what the size is measured on; aerial imagery from USGS (2019). Attributes appear only when the evidence clears our confidence bar, and review text is never republished. The unedited aerial shows tree cover, which is our second check on shade. Read the method · Report a mistake