Chatfield State Park spreads a reservoir, cottonwood bottomlands, and miles of trail across the southwest metro, with a swim beach, a balloon launch field, and the off-leash dog paradise at the south end.
The Short Version
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Parks & Open Spaces |
| Where | 11500 N Roxborough Park Rd, Littleton, CO 80125, USA |
| Drive from Centennial Airport (KAPA) | about 14.5 miles west, roughly 23 minutes |
| Google rating | 4.6 stars, 7,290 reviews |
Getting There from Centennial Airport
Count on about 14.5 road miles west of the airport, a 23 minute drive most hours. For visitors basing at the airport-side hotels, Chatfield State Park is comfortably inside the casual-outing radius.
What Reviewers Keep Saying
“Beautiful state park on the shore of a reservoir. Peaceful and scenic, with access to watersport rental and others amenities. Hike, bike, or just watch the deer/elk stroll by your campsite. Super clean & spacious RV site…”
Don Brouillet on Google, a month ago
“Chatfield State Park is close to the city but far enough away to enjoy nature without a big commitment. absolutely beautiful and one of those places that makes you appreciate Colorado’s outdoor spaces. The views of the w…”
Cer on Google, 4 months ago
Hours and When to Go
Current hours are in the panel above, synced straight from Google, so holiday changes and seasonal shifts show up here without waiting on us.
What It Costs
Free, full stop. Bring what you plan to use and check parking rules for busy days.
The Local Tip
The hot-air balloons launch calm mornings near the south entrance; coffee plus liftoff is a free show.