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Confluence Park Denver where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte River
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Everything Happening in Confluence Park

Where Cherry Creek and the South Platte River meet in downtown Denver.

10 acres
0 upcoming events
10 venues
3 recurring activities
10 acres · Est. 1975

Where Cherry Creek and the South Platte River meet in downtown Denver. A compact but iconic park that's the starting point for Denver's trail system and a popular spot for kayaking, tubing, and outdoor gatherings.

  • Where Cherry Creek meets the South Platte River — Denver's founding location
  • Trailhead for both Cherry Creek Trail (40 mi) and South Platte River Trail (80+ mi)
  • Popular kayaking and tubing put-in spot in summer
  • Adjacent to REI flagship store and Platte St restaurants
  • Bridge connections to LoHi, LoDo, and Highland neighborhoods

Event Map — Confluence Park

Search and explore all upcoming events in and around Confluence Park. Use the filters to find specific event types.

Park Amenities & Facilities

What you'll find at Confluence Park — from grills and shelters to trails and sports courts.

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Trails

2 total
  • Cherry Creek Trail AccessSouth side of the park
  • South Platte River Trail AccessNorth/south along the river
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Playgrounds

  • Confluence Park PlaygroundEast side near Platte St
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Restrooms

  • Confluence Park RestroomsNear the REI flagship store
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Parking

  • REI/Platte St ParkingAlong Platte St near REI

Activities & Recurring Groups

Run clubs, sports leagues, fitness groups, and community activities that meet regularly at Confluence Park.

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Cherry Creek Trail Running

Starting point for group runs along the Cherry Creek Trail toward Confluence Park

Various groups meet mornings and evenings

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Kayak & Tube the Platte

Summer

The confluence is a popular put-in/take-out point for kayakers and tubers on the South Platte

Late spring through early fall

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Confluence Fitness Meetup

Outdoor cross-training sessions using the park stairs, trails, and river access

Saturdays 7:30 AM

Upcoming Events at Confluence Park

Everything happening in and around Confluence Park — concerts, festivals, community events, and more.

No formal events listed for Confluence Park right now. Check out the recurring activities above, or browse all Denver events.

Venues & Locations at Confluence Park

Getting to Confluence Park

Public Transit

  • Union Station — 10 min walk
  • RTD Bus routes along Platte St
  • B-cycle stations at both trail access points

Parking

Metered parking along Platte St. Nearby parking garages at REI and Riverfront area.

2250 15th St, Denver, CO 80202

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you kayak at Confluence Park?
Yes — Confluence Park is one of the most popular kayak put-in/take-out points in Denver. The South Platte River runs through the park and has dedicated kayak chutes. Tubing is also popular in summer.
What trails start at Confluence Park?
Confluence Park is the hub where the Cherry Creek Trail (40 miles to Franktown) and South Platte River Trail (80+ miles) converge. It's the starting point for Denver's entire trail network.
Is Confluence Park good for running?
Absolutely — it's a favorite starting point for runners accessing both the Cherry Creek Trail and the South Platte River Trail. Multiple running groups meet here weekly.

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