Parks & Open Space
Parks and open space bring beauty to an area while giving people satisfaction and improving their quality of life. Parks give people a place to play, relax and recreate while also providing neighborhoods with spaces that foster a sense of community. Open space provides wildlife habitat, protects riparian areas and view corridors, provides buffers between communities and connects trail systems.
The City of Lafayette has 236 acres of developed park land. This includes -
The City also owns just under 1,265 acres of open space, including -
Colorado Mosquito Control to Conduct Adult Mosquito Spraying on September 1
In response to the recent rise in annoyance adult mosquito presence, the City of Lafayette has authorized Colorado Mosquito Control to conduct adult mosquito spraying in selected neighborhoods. This spraying will take place at after dusk on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 weather permitting ... Read more...
West Nile Virus Information
Many people still believe that West Nile Virus is only dangerous for the very young or elderly. However, almost half of those suffering from debilitating illnesses caused by a mosquito bite in the last few years are between the ages of 21 to 50. One out of five people infected with WNV w... Read more...
Park Shelter Rentals
Planning a party? The City of Lafayette has shelters available to rent at Waneka Lake Park, LaMont Does Park and Whitetail Park. Park shelter rentals are handled through the Recreation Department. Please call 303-665-4206 or find out more information online.... Read more...
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Bicycle Trails
Boulder Area Trails Coalition
Colorado State Parks
Colorado Trail Foundation
Kids' Page - City of Boulder website
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
US 36 Bicycle Map
US Forest Service
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado
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