COVID-19 Status & Updates

Last Updated 4/13/21

Parks & Rec Status

Wheat Ridge Parks & Recreation is operating in compliance with current Jefferson County Public Health and Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment orders. We have implemented strict safety protocols for both patrons and staff which includes reduced facility capacities, limiting gatherings, enforcing distancing guidelines, enhancing cleaning and sanitization efforts, using PPE and more.

We appreciate your patience and flexibility, as your safety and health remain our top priority.

Face Mask Policy
Pursuant to Executive Order D 220-138 and Jefferson County Public Health Order 20-008, no individual may enter public facilities without wearing a face covering. We require guests and team members to wear masks in all of our facilities and programs, except while in water and children age 3 and younger.

In the interest of all guests and team members, we are not making exceptions for those with underlying medical conditions. If you cannot wear a face mask due to a medical condition, we invite you to participate in our virtual recreation programs and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Our face mask requirements are stricter than the state and county orders, and are supported by the state, county and the City of Wheat Ridge.

Facilities

Wheat Ridge Recreation Center

OPEN with restrictions and limited capacity. For more information, visit the Recreation Center page.

Anderson Building & Pool

Anderson Pool will open Saturday, May 29 - August 12. Reservations will be required and will be made in two-hour increments. For more information visit the Anderson Pool page. View summer calendar and make a reservation.
Andrson Building is open only for scheduled programs.
For gym rental info and availability at the Anderson Building, contact Mackey Power at mpower@ci.wheatridge.co.us or 303-205-7567

Active Adult Center

The Active Adult Center is currently offering a small number of indoor fitness classes. View the Fitness & Dance Schedule. Please visit the Active Adult Center page for more details.
Sign up to receive the Active Adult Center e-newsletter to stay informed on the latest updates.

Richards-Hart Estate

To inquire about rentals at the Estate or to schedule a tour, contact Rental Coordinator, Dawn Oldfather at dolfather@ci.wheatridge.co.us or 303-231-1315
Learn more about the Historic Estate

Programs & Events

Recreation programs and events are available with enhanced safety precautions and limited capacity. View available classes and programs and register online.

Parks, Trails & Open Spaces

Amenity	Status	Info
Picnic Pavilions/Shelters	AVAILABLE TO RESERVE	Capacity at all park pavilions is currently limited to 50% of our normal capacity. To make a reservation, call the Recreation Center at 303-231-1300. For more info on locations and rates, visit www.rootedinfun.com/parkrentals All park pavilion reservations are subject to change or cancellation based on updates to public health ordinances.*
Playgrounds	OPEN	Maintain physical distance from others outside your household. Bring hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes to protect you and your family.
Basketball Courts	OPEN	Normal use permitted, no restrictions.
Tennis Courts	OPEN	Normal use permitted, no restrictions.
Soccer/Multipurpose Fields	OPEN	Limit of 50 person capacity per activity. Organized groups must obtain a permit. All athletic programs must maintain participation records in case a disease outbreak occurs and an investigation is required. For more info, contact Jim Spaulding at jspaulding@ci.wheatridge.co.us or 303-231-1310
Baseball/Softball Fields	OPEN	Limit of 50 person capacity per activity. Organized groups must obtain a permit. All athletic programs must maintain participation records in case a disease outbreak occurs and an investigation is required. For more info, contact Jim Spaulding at jspaulding@ci.wheatridge.co.us or 303-231-1310
Skate Park at Discovery Park	OPEN	Maintain physical distance from others outside your household.
Splash Pad at Discovery Park	CLOSED for the season
Fruitdale Dog Park	OPEN	Maintain physical distance from others outside your household.
Clear Creek	OPEN	Fishing, gold panning, and other “creekside” activities are permitted. Limit group size to 10 or fewer. Maintain physical distance from others outside your household.

If you are sick, do not visit parks and public areas.
When visiting parks and trails, continue to physically distance from others outside your household as much as possible.
Use hand sanitizer when hand washing is unavailable.
Do not gather/congregate in groups.
Bring your own drinking water.

As always, thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.