Commerce City Colorado Guide | Rapids, Wildlife & Things to Do

Your Guide to Commerce City

Sports, nature, and transformation

Commerce City is transforming from industrial roots to a more balanced community. Dick's Sporting Goods Park brought Major League Soccer's Colorado Rapids and put the city on the sports map.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is an unexpected gem—a former chemical weapons site converted to prairie habitat where bison roam within sight of Denver's skyline. It's one of the nation's most unusual urban wildlife experiences.

The city continues to develop new neighborhoods and amenities while maintaining its role in Denver's industrial economy. Its location near DIA and major highways makes it strategically important to the region.

Explore Commerce City

Soccer, bison, and development

SOCCER

Dick's Sporting Goods Park

Home of the Colorado Rapids MLS team. Major concerts and events throughout the year.

BISON

Rocky Mountain Arsenal

National Wildlife Refuge with bison, deer, eagles, and prairie dogs. Drive-through wildlife loop and hiking trails.

REC

Recreation Center

Community rec center with pool, fitness, and sports facilities. Programs for all ages.

TRAIL

Trail Connections

Growing trail system connecting to regional paths. Sand Creek Trail provides north-south access.

SHOP

Mile High Marketplace

Large flea market with vendors selling everything. Weekend shopping and bargain hunting.

GROW

New Development

Reunion and other master-planned communities bringing new housing, schools, and amenities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your Commerce City visit

How far is Commerce City from Denver?

Commerce City borders Denver on the northeast. Dick's Sporting Goods Park is about 10 miles from downtown Denver.

Can I really see bison near Denver?

Yes. Rocky Mountain Arsenal has a herd of bison that you can often see from the wildlife drive. Free entry, though the visitor center has limited hours.

Is Commerce City worth visiting?

For Rapids games or the Arsenal, definitely. It's not a tourist destination otherwise, but those two attractions are genuinely worth the trip.

What's the history of the Arsenal?

A former chemical weapons manufacturing site converted to wildlife refuge. The cleanup took decades; now it's one of the largest urban refuges in the country.

Commerce City, Colorado