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Parks, Trails & Building Grounds

FAQs

If I have lost an item at one of the Douglas County parks or trails who should I call? Where would I pick up that item?

Please call the Douglas County Parks and Trails Office at 720-733-6990 or email [email protected].

To pick up a lost item, please visit the Parks, Trails and Building Grounds Office at 9651 S. Quebec St. in Highlands Ranch, CO 80130.

Who do I call if I have a Douglas County open space question?

Please call Douglas County Open Space at 303-660-7495.

Who do I call for questions regarding wildlife issues?

Direct wildlife issues to Colorado Parks and Wildlife at 303-291-7227.

Who would I call for reservations or information regarding Daniels Park?

Please call Denver Mountain Parks at 720-865-0900.

I have a disability and need to use an electric wheelchair for mobility. Am I allowed to use it at Douglas County parks and trails?

Yes, there are no restrictions for wheelchairs.

Do you have electricity in the shelters? Do you charge any additional fees for using electricity? Is the power always on, or do I need to request to have it turned on?

Some of the shelters have lights and electrical outlets, this information is available on our interactive park maps. You do not need to submit any additional request for the power to be turned on. Douglas County does not charge any additional fee for using electricity in the picnic shelters.

Do you have water access next to the shelters? Do you charge any additional fees for using the water?

Douglas County does not provide water access.

Are we allowed to put up a bounce-house? Are we allowed to stake the ground for our inflatables? Do I need a special permit to book the grass area for my inflatables or other temporary structures?

Setup of additional items in the park, which include, but are not limited to, bounce houses, canopies, tents etc., are permitted with prior approval from Parks, Trails and Building Grounds and is subject to an additional charge of $100/day. These temporary structures are not provided by Douglas County. Staking temporary structures to the ground is prohibited, please use only lead and sand weights to secure them.

Can we use a dunk tank on the field for the game?

The use of dunk tanks on the fields is not allowed.

Can we use propane fire rings or grills? Can we bring in our own gas BBQ or meat smoker?

Open fires and charcoal grills are prohibited. Gas grills and gas fire rings are allowed only in designated areas. Grills are not allowed on the tables, grass, or turf. No grease should be left after using a gas grill. Please follow current fire ban restrictions. Most recent information about current fire ban restrictions can be obtained at the Sherriff’s Office website.

Are we allowed to have food trucks to serve our private event?

According to the Parks and Trails Use Policy reservations are required for groups of 15 or more. Food trucks that serve permitted private events do not require any additional permits. Food trucks that sell concessions to the public must apply for a Concession Permit.

Are there any restrictions on serving and consuming alcohol at parks?

It is prohibited to consume alcoholic beverages on any County Facility or sell alcoholic beverages on any County Facility without a liquor license. For liquor licensing questions please contact the Local Liquor Licensing Authority at [email protected].

Will there be a sign or something that indicates the space is rented by us, or do we have to ask people to leave that may be there? How does that work?

There will be a sign on the shelter showing the name and date of reservation. If there’s another group using a shelter during the time of your reservation and do not want to leave, please contact the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office at 303- 660-7500.