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Got Summer Plans?

Camping reservations can be made year-round and a maximum of six months before your arrival date.

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Got Summer Plans?

Camping reservations can be made year-round and a maximum of six months before your arrival date.

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Hunting License Opportunities

Purchase a Colorado Big Game Hunting License

Over-the-Counter (OTC) and Leftover (remaining) Limited licenses are now available.

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Featured Resource

Wolf-Livestock Conflict Minimization Program Guide

The Wolf-Livestock Conflict Minimization Program Guide provides information on a variety of tools and methods available for livestock producers to employ in efforts to reduce the likelihood of wolf-livestock conflicts and establishes a framework for CPW’s response, along with available support from other state, federal and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).

2024 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue

Special Issue

2024 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue

The 2024 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue is here and brimming with stunning photos of Colorado's diverse wildlife, landscapes and recreation. Get your copy today!

Kayaking at Ridgway State Park

Find the Perfect Park and Get Outside

Wherever you go in Colorado, there’s a state park waiting to welcome you. Colorado’s state parks are as diverse as the state itself, and they offer something for everyone. From Eastern Plains parks at 3,800 feet to high-mountain parks at 9,500, the network of state parks offers a wealth of activities for busy people of all ages, or the chance to do nothing at all.

Ridgway State Park

Kayaking at Ridgway State Park

Ridgway State Park

Find the Perfect Park and Get Outside

Wherever you go in Colorado, there’s a state park waiting to welcome you. Colorado’s state parks are as diverse as the state itself, and they offer something for everyone. From Eastern Plains parks at 3,800 feet to high-mountain parks at 9,500, the network of state parks offers a wealth of activities for busy people of all ages, or the chance to do nothing at all.

Aquatic Biologist Jon Ewert looks at YY brook trout after stocking them into Bobtail Creek

From the Newsroom

CPW introduces Trojan Male brook trout in a historic effort to protect native cutthroat trout in Colorado

“This is a pretty historic moment for Colorado and native cutthroat trout restoration across the state,” said CPW Aquatic Biologist Jon Ewert. “This is a combination of both the hard work and dedication of CPW biologists current and retired.” 

Something for Everyone

You can play on land or on water. On a high peak or on the prairie. In the country or the city. In spring, summer, winter or fall.​

Colorado Outdoors 2024 Photography Issue

Special Edition

Colorado Outdoors 2024 Photography Issue

The 2024 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue is here and brimming with stunning photos of Colorado's diverse wildlife, landscapes and recreation. Get your copy today!

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Upcoming Events

Expo visitors talk with binoculars sellers.

Jan

9

International Sportsmen’s Expo

Thursday, Jan 9 - Sunday, Jan 12

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is a sponsor of the International Sportsmen’s Expo, where more than 200 companies pack two giant convention halls with outdoor camping, off-roading, fishing and hunting gear and expert presentations offered each day.
Expo visitors talk with binoculars sellers.

Jan

9

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

International Sportsmen’s Expo

Thursday, Jan 9 - Sunday, Jan 12

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is a sponsor of the International Sportsmen’s Expo, where more than 200 companies pack two giant convention halls with outdoor camping, off-roading, fishing and hunting gear and expert presentations offered each day.
People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, Jan 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.
People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, Jan 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.

Jan

11

Weekend Birding Walk

Saturday, Jan 11

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists for a walk in the park!

Jan

11

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Weekend Birding Walk

Saturday, Jan 11

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists for a walk in the park!
Expo visitors talk with binoculars sellers.

Jan

9

International Sportsmen’s Expo

Thursday, Jan 9 - Sunday, Jan 12

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is a sponsor of the International Sportsmen’s Expo, where more than 200 companies pack two giant convention halls with outdoor camping, off-roading, fishing and hunting gear and expert presentations offered each day.
Expo visitors talk with binoculars sellers.

Jan

9

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

International Sportsmen’s Expo

Thursday, Jan 9 - Sunday, Jan 12

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is a sponsor of the International Sportsmen’s Expo, where more than 200 companies pack two giant convention halls with outdoor camping, off-roading, fishing and hunting gear and expert presentations offered each day.
People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, Jan 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.
People fishing on the frozen waters of Rifle Gap Reservoir.

Jan

11

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Ice Addiction Tournament- Rifle Gap Reservoir

Saturday, Jan 11

Rifle Gap State Park

Part of the Ice Addiction Tournament Series put on by Tightline Outdoors.

Jan

11

Weekend Birding Walk

Saturday, Jan 11

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists for a walk in the park!

Jan

11

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Weekend Birding Walk

Saturday, Jan 11

Barr Lake State Park

Join volunteer naturalists for a walk in the park!
A man standing on snowy landscape

Keep Colorado Wild Pass —Thumbs Up for Winter Safety

For only $29, get a Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration and head outside to enjoy those iconic Colorado snow days. You get entry to all state parks and help fund the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.

State Parks & Recreation—Your pass helps manage Colorado’s 42 state parks, including keeping them clean and building new trails and facilities.

Backcountry Safety—Your pass supports the volunteer and equipment needs of search and rescue professionals across Colorado and avalanche safety programs through the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. 

Wildlife Conservation—Additional money raised not used for state parks and outdoor safety will be used to support the State Wildlife Action Plan, which helps fund wildlife and habitat conservation work for the 960 species that CPW manages.

Local Communities—Your pass supports our natural resources and helps grow outdoor accessibility and educational programs in local communities.