Lakewood Heritage Park Lakewood, CO   Scouting photographs from this location: Click on the image to click through all the available images. [Show thumbnails] General Description: This park has 10 historic buildings and lots of open space. There is an open air amphitheater and Kountze Lake is nearby. The historic part of the part has several types of historic buildings including a 50s type diner, an abandoned gas station, a farm house, and a barn. There are some great paths, trees, and benches around to work with as well. Photographic Highlights: Historic Buildings Farm Equipment Amenities: Bathrooms Parking and Accessibility: There is a large paved parking lot at the Lakewood Heritage Center. There area paved paths throughout the entire area. This is a very accessible location. Hours of Operation: Still trying to find the actual hours for this park. I imagine that this is part of the Lakewood Park System, but I am not sure just yet. Restrictions: You may be asked for a permit for some photo activities. You can coordinate the permit through the City of Lakewood offices.      Map of the Area:   Nearby Areas: Kountze Lake – Lakewood, CO...

Homestead Park Aurora, CO   Scouting photographs from this location: Click on the image to click through all the available images. [Show thumbnails] General Description: This is a small community park next to the Murphy Creek K-8 School. It isn’t much, but it could be a very cute place to take a small child for photographs. The playground equipment is well maintained and resembles a painted old homestead. There is a lovely windmill, but it is right next to the playground. There is a large maintained grass soccer field and a large natural grassy area as well. The Murphy Creek Golf course is across the street. A park from the City of Aurora Parks, Recreation, and Open Space System. Photographic Highlights: Windmill Natural grassy area Maintained grassy area Cute painted homestead playground equipment Amenities: Bathrooms that may be locked periodically Parking and Accessibility: Parking along E. Florida Avenue. Hours of Operation: 5am – 11pm Restrictions: City of Aurora Parks, Recreation, and Open Space      Map of the Area:        ...