Centennial Colorado Guide | Parks, Shopping & Things to Do

Your Guide to Centennial

Parks, trails, and suburban convenience

Centennial incorporated in 2001, making it one of Colorado's youngest cities. Despite its recent formation, it's grown into a major south metro community with strong schools, parks, and commercial centers.

Centennial Center Park anchors the city's recreation offerings with an amphitheater, splash park, and walking trails. Streets at SouthGlenn provides dining and shopping in a walkable outdoor setting.

The city's trail system connects to the High Line Canal and Cherry Creek trails, offering extensive walking and biking opportunities. Centennial Airport serves private and corporate aviation.

Explore Centennial

Parks, shopping, and trails

PARK

Centennial Center Park

Community park with amphitheater, playground, splash park, and trails. Summer concerts and community events.

SHOP

Streets at SouthGlenn

Open-air shopping center with restaurants, retail, and entertainment. Movie theater and seasonal events.

TRAIL

High Line Canal

Historic irrigation canal converted to 71-mile trail. Runs through Centennial connecting to Denver and beyond.

GOLF

South Suburban Golf

Multiple courses in the area including Lone Tree Golf Club. Affordable public golf with good conditions.

REC

South Suburban Parks

Recreation centers with pools, fitness, and programs. Part of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District.

PLANE

Centennial Airport

One of the busiest general aviation airports in the US. Corporate flights and private aviation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your Centennial visit

How far is Centennial from Denver?

About 10 miles south of downtown Denver via I-25. The E and H light rail lines connect Centennial to downtown.

What's the main attraction in Centennial?

Centennial is primarily residential. Centennial Center Park and Streets at SouthGlenn are the main destinations for visitors.

Is Centennial a good place to stay when visiting Denver?

It works if you have a car and want suburban convenience. Light rail provides access to downtown, but travel time is significant.

How do I access the trail system?

Multiple trailheads provide access to the High Line Canal and connecting trails. Dekoevend Park and Centennial Center Park are good starting points.

Centennial, Colorado