Active Recreation
We welcome your comments on any and all aspects of the Clear Creek Corridor Master Plan. If what you have to share concerns issues surrounding play and sports, please leave your comment below. You can also comment on any of the topics at right or respond to comments. Thank you for your participation.
A dog park would be a welcome addition to our community!
The creek is a very attractive places for everyone, also small kids. But it is too dangerous to let small kids play in the creek. Would it be possible to divert some water to a sort of water-playground that is safe to play in because the water is shallow (maybe a foot deep or even less). The Vanor park might be a perfect place for this. An alternative would be to add a couple of cool fountains where kids can play in. In Stapleton (next to the shops on M.Luther King Blvd.) is a little park with several water fountains which is a dream for kids. Something like this would be great.
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I second the thought of creating more accessible ways for families and children to interact safely with the Creek and (if cleaned up or modified) with the pond at Lion’s Park. I’ve heard this repeatedly from neighbors, and I also heard good feedback after the initial presentation by the consulting group showing accessible water diversions or play areas.
The big issue is safety… the pond is not safe to get close to for kids, and it’s nasty water to boot. The Creek runs too fast, but is an amazing draw that EVERYONE wants to get near. Let’s find a way to safely meet our desire to enjoy the water of the Creek!
Hi,
I was at the forum on Monday April 26, 2010 and appreciate the process. One thought that did not seem to be captured in the notes as projected on the screen was the idea of having the water feature also include a mini Castle Rock for kids to climb on. The note taker did record the ability to play and dig in the dirt and the area for adults to watch their kids safely. Castle Rock on top of North Table Mesa is a big part of Golden’s identity and it could be neat to incorporate this feature in an area that also had multiple uses for kids. Thanks for listening. Lark
Note from administrator: The comment regarding the “mini castle rock” was included in the notes. please see the edited meeting notes linked on the Get Involved Page. Thanks for all of your comments!
The active use of the trails calls for some mitigation and collaboration of use. I firmly believe wider trails on the north side with a middle line would remind folks that the trail is not a parking lot……………….it would be a visual reminder for folks that are ‘visiting’ to step off the trail for their conversations, just as they would not have ‘gatherings’ in the middle of a street!
I second the water diversion idea(s) and the divider line along the concrete trail. But, if multiple trails (of different surface types on both sides) can be added, I’d prefer to not have a divider line. I.e. I’d prefer self-selecting user-type separation over “enforced” separation.
I like the idea of having 2 bike paths on both sides of the river from 93/6 down to the historic park. This would aleviate some of the traffic on the bike paths and make moving a little easier.
Also the kayak park is a huge draw to the area and feature that get use even when the weather is bad and before peak summer season. An inflatable river feature like Vail has would make for a great improvement to the park.
I know there has been some talk of moving parking around. I like the current parking situation.
The Golden Community Garden is a great asset for a town like ours with an active, productive population. I believe this resource should become a permanent fixture in the landscape of the Clear Creek Master Plan, so it can be another way to connect with both nature and neighbors.
The last ten years have been a decade of great progress for Golden’s quality of life. We’re on a roll! Let’s keep up that momentum with continued support for and participation in our beautiful community garden.
Great ideas being shared! i am hoping for wider paths (extending the path on the south of CC to the new bridge just east of 6th) to accomidate bike lanes (both ways) and pedestrian lanes (wide enough for 4-abreast). alternatively, wider pedestrian only path on the north side of CC and a bike only path on the south side.
My big concern with the Whitewater park is the river right stretch from just below the entrance of the RV park to the last drop inside the main park (by the beach). We currently have 2 anchoring poles for slalom wire, but we need 6 to 8 more poles in place to properly create a system for hanging lateral gate wires. It is my understanding that that side of the river is owned by CSM and possibly has toxic issues.
I am willing to purchase the cabe and the steel poles. Who do I talk to?
As it stands the creek is a wonderful area for residents of Golden to walk our dogs. Many dogs love playing in the water in warmer weather, but the area is very well utilized by dog owners throughout the year. My hope is that the master plan will improve further on the dog friendliness of the area.