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The Big Thompson River flows
through the park past the picnic areas and pathways. |
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| The river flows
pretty quickly during the Spring thaw, and can be wonderful to
sit and watch or listen to while having your family picnic. |
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| The history of
Viestenz-Smith and the old power plant is recorded on
educational boards near each feature. They are fascinating to
look at and read. You can learn about the amazing flood which
destroyed the original power plant, too. |
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| There are many
open grassy areas to sit at while enjoying a beautiful day in
the park. Bring a book to read, or even a blanket to lay on in
the sun! |
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| There are picnic
tables throughout the park for sitting and enjoying a meal
with friends or family, or just relaxing after a hike on the
Foothills Nature Trail.. |
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| This picnic area
is very near the water, and is one of the more popular spots
to sit. |
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| The playground
area has been upgraded, and offers the children a place to
play in these great surroundings. |
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| The "dugout" is
an area which is not reservable, but offers a place to sit
near the Tailrace Pond. It has shelter under the roof, and a
deck to enjoy. |
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The Tailrace
Pond is a peaceful place to sit and watch all of the wildlife
around you.
The plant life here is wonderful too! |
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| The pathway goes
around the Tailrace Pond and leads to the Reservable Area #2
located on the far east side of the park. |
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| Many wildflowers
are in bloom during the year, and make a great background for
family photo opportunities. |
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| The wildflowers
grow right along the pathways and can be enjoyed by everyone
as they walk around the park. |
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| They have so
many wonderful colors, and fragrances to overwhelm your
senses! |
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| We hope you
enjoy the park when you visit, and stop to smell the flowers
along the way. |
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