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Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge

Standley Lake is considered to be Westminster’s largest body of water. With over a thousand acres of surface area, the reservoir was originally built to supply water for agricultural irrigation northwest of Denver.Hundreds of animals species call Standley Lake home throughout the year, making the park an excellent location for wildlife viewing, without having to make a long drive from home.
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Two Ponds National Wildlife RefugeTwo Ponds National Wildlife Refuge is the smallest urban unit of the National Wildlife Refuge System. . The refuge consists of 72.2 acres of land, including 63.2 acres of uplands, 9.0 acres of wetlands, and three small ponds. It offers visitors many activities, including hiking, guided tours, and group educational opportunities.
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Standley LakeStandley Lake is a 1,200-acre reservoir located in Westminster, Colorado. The reservoir has a maximum capacity of approximately 42,000 acre-feet and maximum depth of 96 feet. The lake is also used for recreation, and is the prominent feature of the surrounding 3,000-acre Standley Lake Regional Park.
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Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife RefugeStandley Lake Regional Park and Wildlife Refuge is a 2321acre park located in the City of Westminster with over 14 miles of trails to explore. It is a multi-use recreation and water-storage facility, and is the drinking water supply for Westminster. In addition to hiking, bicycling, camping, wildlife viewing and other park-based recreational activities, the lake offers visitors numerous opportunities for fishing and paddling.
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Westminster Hills Open Area Dog ParkThis 420-acre site is very popular, attracting dog lovers from all over the north metro area. The area is partially fenced. It has such a beautiful view and everyone who takes their dogs here is so friendly.
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Westminster Center ParkThis park was built in 2010 as "Westminster Center Park" and nicknamed "Peter Pan Park" by locals. The play area surprises with a London theme, complete with the River Thames, Tower Bridge, and Big Ben. Artificial trees, boulders, and log tunnels add climbing challenges, and the many water features in this park are great for cooling down in the summer.
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Butterfly PavilionButterfly Pavilion is the first stand-alone, Association of Zoos and Aquariums-accredited non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world. Their immersive exhibits provide guests the opportunity to discover the wonders of nature's hidden heroes through hands on, interactive experiences catered to all ages.

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Jefferson County
Jefferson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Colorado. This county and the surrounding area has plenty of attractions for all different interests.

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For more information about Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge, visit : https://www.cityofwestminster.us/StandleyLakeRegionalPark
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