Denver's Paco Sanchez Park Phase II Opens: Photos

DENVER, CO — Many makeovers continue at Paco Sanchez Park in west Denver — the park has a new basketball court, a skate park, an updated parking lot, public art, a walking loop and many other features.

The latest revamp is part of Phase II of the park's upgrades, which aim to encourage community gatherings, festivals and live music performances — that is, when the coronavirus pandemic subsides.

The 30-acre park, just west of Federal Boulevard and south of Colfax Avenue, is named in honor of Colorado state legislator, television personality and Spanish radio station owner, Francisco "Paco" Sanchez.

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Phase II of the project also includes new play pods, a walking loop, a kiosk building, a community plaza, a mist fountain, restrooms, outdoor classroom space, shade structures, a Paco "climber," a stage, a picnic area, a water quality area, a native grass conversion area, more landscaping and irrigation improvements.

Phase I of the project, completed in 2018, included a 'play plateau' area and portions of the park's play loop.

The renovations, which are funded by an Elevate Denver Bond project, are following the 'Re-Imagine Play' park design — a colorful, modern playground that encourages people of all ages to be active.

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Previously completed sections of the park in Phase I: