The Arapahoe Park and Recreation District (APRD) was formed in 1982 by the Arapahoe County Commissioners and area landholders for planning, acquiring, developing, maintaining, and programming parks, open space, trails, and recreational amenities for the residents of unincorporated Arapahoe County (City of Centennial) that were not being served by adjacent entities. The District’s Service Plan anticipates approximately 100 acres of developed parks, 500 acres of natural open space, and 17 miles of paved trails.