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Thornton’s extensive parks and recreation system is one of the finest. The city is home to 43 parks, including three that are larger than 20 acres each. The 78,000-plus-square-foot Margaret W. Carpenter Recreation Center boasts facilities including a walking/running track, a gym, racquetball courts, a conditioning room, swimming pools and more. Another popular facility is the Thorncreek Golf Course. This par-72 course also includes a pro shop, a driving range and a putting green.
Another great reason to call Thornton home is its proximity to all the fun and excitement of the state’s capital city and the surrounding metropolitan area. Denver offers a range of attractions and events, including professional sports teams, the Denver Art Museum, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and a world-class performing arts complex. The city also boasts a thriving technology industry, which provides jobs to many of Thornton’s residents. Additionally, ski resorts are just a short drive away, as is the city of Adams. A number of excellent colleges and universities are accessible from Thornton, including University of Colorado campuses in Denver and Adams, the University of Denver and the Colorado School of Mines.
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