Everything Happening in Sloan's Lake Park
A 177-acre park surrounding Denver's largest lake, featuring a 2.
A 177-acre park surrounding Denver's largest lake, featuring a 2.6-mile loop trail, sports fields, playgrounds, and stunning mountain views. Host to major festivals and a growing hub for outdoor fitness communities.
- •Denver's largest lake with a 2.6-mile paved loop trail
- •Home to the annual Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
- •16 charcoal grills across north and south shores for lakeside cookouts
- •Kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing on 177 acres of water
- •Fenced off-leash dog park in the northwest corner
- •Stunning sunset views of the Rocky Mountains reflected in the lake
Event Map — Sloan's Lake
Search and explore all upcoming events in and around Sloan's Lake Park. Use the filters to find specific event types.
Park Amenities & Facilities
What you'll find at Sloan's Lake — from grills and shelters to trails and sports courts.
Grills
16 total- North Shore Grills — North side along Byron Pl (10)
- South Shore Grills — South side near Sheridan Blvd (6)
Shelters
2 total- North Shore Pavilion — North side of the lakeReservable
- South Shelter — South side near playgroundReservable
Playgrounds
- Sloan's Lake Playground — South side off Sheridan Blvd
Lakes & Fishing
- Sloan's Lake — Central — the entire park wraps around the lake
Sports Fields
3 total- South Sports Fields — Southwest corner (3)
Courts
6 total- Basketball Courts — South side near the playground (2)
- Tennis Courts — Southeast corner (4)
Trails
- Sloan's Lake Loop Trail — Perimeter of the lake
Restrooms
2 total- North Restrooms — North shore area
- South Restrooms — Near playground and sports fields
Parking
2 total- Sheridan Blvd Lot — South side along Sheridan Blvd
- Byron Pl Parking — North side along Byron Pl
Dog Parks
- Sloan's Lake Dog Park — Northwest corner of the park
Grill Locations at Sloan's Lake
Sloan's Lake has 16 charcoal grills across 2 areas. All grills are first-come, first-served unless noted.
North Shore Grills
10 grills
North side along Byron Pl
Charcoal grills with picnic tables and lake views along the north shore
South Shore Grills
6 grills
South side near Sheridan Blvd
Grills near the playground and sports fields
Activities & Recurring Groups
Run clubs, sports leagues, fitness groups, and community activities that meet regularly at Sloan's Lake.
Sloan's Lake Run Club
Weekly group runs around the scenic 2.6-mile lake loop
Tuesdays 6:00 PM, Saturdays 8:00 AM
Dragon Boat Festival
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival — one of Denver's largest cultural festivals with dragon boat racing on the lake
Annual, July
Sloan's Lake Kayak Club
Group kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding sessions on the lake
Weekends May–September
Flag Football League
Co-ed flag football on the south sports fields
Sundays 10 AM (spring and fall)
Sloan's Lake Fishing
Fishing for bass, carp, catfish, and trout (stocked) in Denver's largest lake
Year-round, best spring through fall
Outdoor Boot Camp
Group fitness bootcamp using the park's open fields and trail
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:30 AM
Upcoming Events at Sloan's Lake
Everything happening in and around Sloan's Lake Park — concerts, festivals, community events, and more.
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Pub Trivia at The Patio at Sloans
Venues & Locations at Sloan's Lake
Getting to Sloan's Lake
Public Transit
- RTD Bus 16 along Sheridan Blvd
- RTD W Line — Knox/Perry station (15 min walk)
- B-cycle station at Sheridan & 17th
Parking
Free parking along Sheridan Blvd (south) and Byron Pl (north). Additional street parking on residential streets.
1700 N Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80214