Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield is a picturesque nature preserve among the grasslands, ponds and cottonwood banks of Deer Creek. Facilities include nature trails, a wildlife observation area, display gardens, educational exhibits, a historical farm, a 19th century one-room schoolhouse, working beehives and picnic areas. Check out our new Deer Creek Discovery children’s area, which includes a whimsical tree house and a water feature. Don't forget to bring your binoculars for some exceptional bird watching! Walk along the scenic trails any time of year -- you will find the landscape is always changing.
Less formal that the Denver Botanic Gardens in downtown Denver, the Chatfield location has a rural farm setting complete with historic farm buildings, a few animals, working beehives, and plenty of trails to explore and do some wildlife watching. Our girls loved the children's area, especially the tree house. It's certainly the perfect place to spend a peaceful day with a picnic lunch!