- The list below includes 281 free or cheap things to do in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Parks, Ziplines and Maze.
- From Pecos Park to Thornton Veterans Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Thornton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Boulder, Littleton and Denver.
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22.8 Miles
70%
119 votes
8500 West Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128
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Besides its historic structures which include Hildebrand Ranch, an early 20th-century dairy barn and Deer Creek Schoolhouse, Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield also comprise of a wide network of nature trails and multiple wildflower gardens which make it a good spot for birdwatching.
22.8 Miles
A place where the latest movies can be viewed, AMC Dine-in Theater Southlands offers a night of fun and entertainment. For added enjoyment, the theater also offers reclined seating and full-service dining.
22.9 Miles
Southlands is a local mall with a wide range of high end and low price shops as well as a variety of restaurants within the facility. Inside, there is a gas fire pit surrounded by seats which serves as a central gathering point.
23.0 Miles
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16 votes
8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, CO 80128
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Featuring 2.5 miles of trails through the scenic local area, the Denver Botanic Gardens provide guests with a memorable visiting experience. The trails are popular among birdwatchers and other nature enthusiasts.
23.4 Miles
Located on 10 acres of residential land, Hover Park is a public park offering a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include basketball courts, volleyball nets, picnic areas, and a large playground structure.
23.5 Miles
Rough & Ready Park features amenities for visitors of all ages. There are multi-use fields, basketball courts, a playground, and a skate park for staying active, as well as a dog park, picnic areas, and more.
23.5 Miles
Featuring miniature Daytona, Grand Prix, and drag racing cars on indoor tracks, the Slot Car Speedway allows visitors to race one another at speeds that reach hundreds of miles an hour. The Speedway is available for party rentals.
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86%
244 votes
11500 North Roxborough Park Road, Littleton, CO 80125
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At Chatfield State Park, visitors can enjoy a diverse range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding and more. The park includes multiple lakes and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the reservoir. There is also a separate dog training area.
23.6 Miles
With Cottonwood Park West, visitors can participate in a wide variety of sports at the park's many fields, from basketball to volleyball. The park also has a playground and a picnic area.
23.7 Miles
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125 votes
Deer Creek Canyon Road to Grizzly Drive, Littleton, CO
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Deer Creek Canyon Park is home to a wide variety of animal species which include mule deer, mountain lion, elk, bear and more. The park also has a network of multi-purpose trails and offers many outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking and more.