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Updated 11.5.2024
Closures & Advisories
- There is a small section of sidewalk at South Shore Parkway that is closed to repair a broken pipe under the sidewalk. Do not enter the work area. See COTREX for updates.
- The 2 to 5 year-old playground underneath the shelter at Fairgrounds Park is closed for renovation. Estimated reopening is in November.
- The Namaqua to Wilson segment of the Recreation Trail is closed for a paving project until January 2025. During the project, a detour south to 1st Street is required for trail users. See COTREX for updates.
- Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park closed for the season on Oct 31. The park closes seasonally due to staffing levels, budgets, and wintertime safety issues. The park will re-open April 2025.
- The splash pads at Fairgrounds Park and Loveland Sports Park, and the water feature at Mehaffey Park has been turned off for the season as of September 3.
- The playground bridge at Mehaffey Park has been closed and will be removed, due to safety concerns. A new rigid bridge will be installed, installation TBD.
Know before you go:
- Check COTREX, the statewide Colorado Trail Explorer website and free app, for current Open Lands & Trails closures and advisories.
- Loveland Burial Park offices remain open by appointment only. Please contact us at
970.962.2430
- Also see seasonal and routine maintenance closures below.
| Location - More Info/Links | CLOSURE Date | REOPENING Date |
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SEASONAL / ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CLOSURES |
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Seasonal closures occur at the miniature train location |
Labor Day |
Memorial Day weekend |
Lake Loveland Swim Beach & Winona Outdoor PoolSeasonal closures occur at the swim beach and outdoor pool areas. CLOSED from Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day weekend (or sooner). |
Labor Day weekend |
Memorial Day weekend or sooner depending on water levels at Lake Loveland and staffing |
Spray Parks and Water Features - Fairgrounds Park, Loveland Sports Park & Mehaffey ParkCLOSED from Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day weekend |
Labor Day weekend | Memorial Day weekend |
| North Lake Park Swim Beach & Park Areas
The Swim Beach at North Lake Park and the adjacent park areas may be closed annually on July 3-5 for fireworks setup and safety zone, in addition to park clean-ups afterwards. During closure, barriers will be in place. Please DO NOT cross the barriers. |
July 3 | July 5 |
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Parks, Natural Areas & Trail Closures Seasonal closures may occur at various parks, natural areas & trails due to inclement weather such as snow, ice or flooding. Those locations will be gated/locked as necessary for public safety reasons. |
Ongoing - Posted to our Facebook pages; LIKE US for updates! |
Ongoing - Posted to our Facebook pages; LIKE US for updates! |
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Flush Restrooms Seasonal closures occur at flush restrooms during the winter months to avoid freezing pipes. Portalets are available at those locations when flush restrooms are closed. |
End of October | Beginning of April |
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Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park is open April through October, weather permitting. Occasional closures may occur during spring and fall due to snow or ice, or during summer months due to potential flooding, wildfire or other hazardous conditions. |
End of October | Beginning of April |
To report a maintenance concern at a Parks & Recreation location, please call: 970.962.2727 or email: Parks@CityofLoveland.org. Reports will be passed on to Management, Crew Supervisors, Attendants, or Parks Workers for follow-up.