Mailing
11559 Upper Ranch Drive
Pine, CO   80470
Park Location
12102 S. Elk Creek Road
Pine, CO   80470

Park Hours
8am to 9pm

Phone   303-816-0912

Staunton State Park
 

From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs over 10,000 feet, Staunton State Park's varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife and provide a myriad of outdoor recreation opportunities.  

Colorado's newest state park opened to the public on May 18, 2013. The park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer. The Park sits divided between Park and Jefferson counties, in Pine, Colorado.

The first 1,720-acre parcel of land was donated to Colorado State Parks in 1986 by Frances Hornbrook Staunton. Subsequent parcels of land were added over the years to make up the now 3,828 acre park. Read more about the story of Staunton State Park at our history page.


Staunton State Park is the legacy of Frances H. Staunton. As her beneficiaries, present and future generations are entrusted with this land--to enjoy, protect and treasure as she did.

Top 5 Visitor Questions:
Park Programs & Hikes:

Are dogs allowed on the trails? Yes, pets, on a 6 foot or shorter leash and under control, are welcome in the park. Please help keep your park beautiful by cleaning up after your pets.
 
How long is the hike to the waterfall? The best views of Elk Falls is from Elk Falls Overlook. The shortest route is a 10-mile round-trip hike. Check out our trail map for more information.

Can I camp at the park? Right now, Staunton is a day use park only. No overnight camping. Current park hours are from 8am-9pm.

Is the park busy? As you can imagine, Colorado's newest state park is very popular on the weekends and Holidays. The park does reach capacity on Saturdays and Sundays, meaning there can be a wait to get into the park. The busiest times are around 10am-2pm on the weekends.

Can I park outside the park and walk in? No, unfortunately there is no parking along Elk Creek road or in any of the private residential areas that surround the park. Please be respectful to our park neighbors and enter the park through the main entrance.

For more questions and answers check out our park FAQ.


Wednesday, June 12th:
10:00am - 11:00am
"Who Lives in Trees"
This is a fun, activity packed time for the younger children to come and learn about what kind of animals call trees "home".  Dress for being outdoors and hiking a short distance. ages 3-7

Saturday, June 15th:  
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Leave No Trace family hike  
Come out to the park and enjoy a guided hike to enjoy the great outdoors and learn how to make as little of an impact as possible.  Meet at Mason Creek trailhead and plan for a 3 - 4 mile hike.  Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water, snack, rain gear, and sunscreen.  

Sunday, June 16th:  
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Pond Exploration
  
Come to the Davis Ponds and discover what lives in and around the waters.

Current Park Weather

Mostly Cloudy and Breezy66.0° F
Mostly Cloudy and Breezy
Wind: South at 24.2 MPH
Thank you to our 
Community Partners : for supporting the Grand Opening of Staunton State Park!

Boxwood Gulch Ranch
Braun Chiropractic
Brooks Place Tavern
Buffalo Bill Saddle Club
Cabin Creek Smokehouse
Cutthroat Cafe
Computer Terrain Mapping
Denver Zoo
Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle
Elk Creek Elementary
Elk Creek Publishing
Elk Falls Software
Evergreen Trout Unlimited
1st Bank of Aspen Park
Front Range Backcountry
                 Horsemen
King Soopers
Kirk Deeter & Trout Unlimited
Lions Head Ranch
McGarva Tree Service
Rainbow Roundup Trout Ranch
Rocky Mountain Recorders
RTD
Shirley Septic
Starfish Ads
Team Evergreen
The Bistro
The Leadership Difference
The Wells Law Firm, P.C
Wright & McGill
Zoka's Restaurant & Bar
285Bound.com
5280 Angler

Last Modified Date: 6/10/2013 11:55 AM