Sloan’s Lake is best known for being the biggest lake in Denver and the city’s second largest park at 177 acres. Not only is this lake perfect for fishing the marina, water skiing in the lake, and paddling the scenic shoreline, but it is a perfect place to catch a beautiful sunset with a stunning view of the Rocky Mountains and a Denver skyline. However, in the past couple of years, shops and restaurants have sprung up in the neighborhood as young couples are extending their search for more affordable housing outside of the nearby Highland neighborhood.
Statistics according to Denver Metro Data:
Total combined population: 7,911
Median sale price: $686,300
Elementary School: Brown, Cheltenham, Bryant Webster (K-8)
Middle School: Skinner, Lake International School
High School: North High School
Sloan’s Lake Events:
Dragon Boat Festival: On July 27th and 28th, join Sloan’s Lake Park to celebrate the biggest free Dragon Boat Festival in the US. This annual celebration of Asian and American heritage has over 400 volunteers and 180 performers and vendors as well as a Dragon Boat race on Sloan’s Lake. Find a full schedule of events here.
Denver Sloan’s Lake Art & Music Festival: This two day event being held on August 10th and 11th this year, showcases art such as ceramics, glass, jewellery, mixed media, paintings, prints, photographs, sculptures, furniture, wearables, wood and much more. Also enjoy live music from 12-6 on Saturday and 10:30-1:30 on Sunday.
Sloan’s Lake Sunset Yoga with Skylines: Head over to Sloan’s Lake and join Skyline Yoga for yoga in the park. Tickets are $12 for an hour long yoga class on July 21st with one of the most beautiful views in Denver.
For the Fitness Guru:
F45 Training: F45 is short for “functional 45 minutes” which is exactly how long your workouts will take at this gym in Sloan’s Lake. F45 offers 31 different workout styles which incorporate high-intensity interval training, circuit training, and functional training into one workout. Enjoy cardio focused workouts on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays while your workouts will be resistance-focused on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. A mix of both types of exercises will be available on Saturdays and Sundays.
Sloan’s Lake: If exercising outdoors is your thing, then Sloan’s Lake is perfect for you since it is equipped with a biker and pedestrian friendly 2.8 mile paved path which circles the lake. Enjoy the outdoors while working up a sweat.
Titanium Fitness Center: Titanium Fitness Center offers different types of group exercise classes and encourages clients to engage in as many classes as possible! With classes such as boot-camp style training, yoga, weight lifting, martial arts, suspension training, athlete training and combination classes, there is really something for everyone.
For the Foodie:
Tap & Burger Sloan’s Lake: If you are looking for somewhere to watch a game, Tap & Burger has over 20 flat screen tvs, upscale pub grub made with fresh ingredients and over 40 different beers, most of which are locally sourced!
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Sloans Lake: This one of a kind in-theater dinner pairs craft cocktail creations, locally-sourced foods, and newly released movies for one of the best cinematic experiences. Not only can you find the newest movies but also enjoy live performances including music, comedy, poetry readings and more.
Rupert’s at the Edge: Interested in brunch with a view? Rupert’s at the Edge is a bright, upbeat place with delicious American classics like Omelet’s, Frittata’s, and bountiful benedicts. They also serve bottomless mimosas all weekend for $9.50 and have a great view of Sloan’s Lake.
GB Fish and Chips: Eating at GB Fish and Chips is like taking a short trip to England with all of English specialties, like Bangers (traditional English pork and sausages) and Shepherd’s Pies made from scratch in-house. GB Fish and Chips also has special events like “Happy Hour all day”, “Tilapia Tuesday’s”, and “Kids eat free” which can be found on their calendar here.
For the shopaholic:
The Crown Collection: Fine art is something to be experienced and shared by all and that is the mission of the Crown Collection. This art shop specializes in visionary art including beautiful jewelry, gems, paintings, sculptures and glasswork.
Planted: A shop full of plants of all kinds such as tropical foliage, succulents, and air plants for your home, office, and workplace. Planted also makes, uses and sells reclaimed wood plant displays, containers, wallscapes, and more in accordance with their business model of living green and upcycling.
Aspen and Pine: A specialty store focused on the active men and women in both the urban city and the more adventurous settings. From clothing to accessories, Aspen and Pine has something for everybody for their next adventure.
