Colorado Parks and Wildlife

The ultimate in rugged Colorado, State Forest State Park offers visitors 71,000 acres of forest, jagged peaks, alpine lakes, wildlife and miles of trails.  The park stretches along the west side of the Medicine Bow Mountains and into the north end of the Never Summer Range.

Pearls are a gift of nature and Pearl Lake State Park is just that.  Just a few miles off the road, it feels like an escape into the backcountry of Colorado.

This large, spacious reservoir on the high plains draws locals and tourists alike from May through September and waterfowl hunters during the hunting season.  North Sterling State Park is a gateway to fun and relaxation. Elks Campground is open year-round.

Rifle Falls State Park's lush vegetation and waterfalls have attracted photographers and movie crews from around the country who come to capture the area's unique scenery.

This park is an "Oasis in the Plains," for swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing. But that's not all...

There’s something for every type of outdoors person - from the fishing enthusiast and boater to the naturalist - at Barr Lake State Park, a short drive northeast of the Denver area.

At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Vega State Park’s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful montane meadow on the western edge of Grand Mesa National Forest in Western Colorado.

Bonny Lake is being managed as a State Wildlife Area and remains open to the public.

Plunge deep into nature at this narrow lake park.  Steep mountainsides, pristine water, alpine scenery and peaceful environment make Paonia a haven for water and nature lovers.

The Colorado River State Park was renamed James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park in 2005 to honor a visionary.  Mr. Robb was instrumental in creating this "string of pearls," or five distinct sections, that are this park.

It started out as a community dream.  This lake based retreat for the Western Slope provides day-use nature, picnic and water recreation.

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is close by, so it’s easy to imagine the inspiring scenery found here. Crawford State Park invites anglers, boaters, hikers and water sports enthusiasts to the western slope, for one day or several.

Eldorado Canyon is a hidden treasure right in Boulder’s backyard!  Whether it’s hiking amidst the towering sandstone cliffs, picnicking along scenic South Boulder Creek or climbing Eldo's sheer golden walls, Eldorado Canyon State Park truly has something for everyone!  Discover this hidden jewel and take home memories that will last a lifetime.

More than 12,000 acres of dense forest, rocky peaks, and aspen-rimmed meadows laced with miles of trails awaiting the hiker, horseback rider, mountain biker and winter sports enthusiast at Golden Gate State Park.

Lake Pueblo, rated a fishing "hot spot," provides over 4,600 surface acres of water, 60 miles of shoreline and almost 10,000 acres of land.  Along with the sunny days and a mild year-round climate, visitors quickly learn that one day is not enough.

Mueller State Park’s 55 miles of trails provide a 5,000-acre playground for the hiker, mountain biker, wildlife watcher and winter sports enthusiast. Two popular sledding hills bring on the sledding and tubing winter fun.

Mancos State Park in Southwestern Colorado is a haven for the year-round outdoor enthusiast and traveler.

Trinidad Lake is a wonderful place to escape the crowds and establish a basecamp from which to explore the great outdoors.

In the shadow of the Great Sand Dunes National Park is peaceful San Luis State Park and Wildlife Area. Waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds and raptors fill the sky over this unique desert ecosystem, making San Luis an outstanding watchable wildlife area most of the year.

World class Gold Medal trout fishing awaits beneath the waters of Spinney Reservoir.

Enjoy Cheyenne Mountain State Park year round! Renew your spirit and connect with the outdoors while enjoying the sunny but cool days at the newest state park in Colorado.  Enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, or biking on our 20 miles of trails waiting just for you.

Elkhead State Park in the beautiful Yampa Valley of Northwest Colorado is an oasis in the high desert.