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Purchase a Colorado Big Game Hunting License

Over-the-Counter (OTC) and Leftover (remaining) Limited licenses are now available for bear, deer, elk and pronghorn hunting.

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Born and raised in Colorado, Brooke Wright and expert survivalist and accomplished hunter. Brooke is a passionate conservationist who works to inspire and empower others.

Hunter

Born and raised in Colorado, Brooke Wright and expert survivalist and accomplished hunter. Brooke is a passionate conservationist who works to inspire and empower others.

Purchase a Colorado Big Game Hunting License

Over-the-Counter (OTC) and Leftover (remaining) Limited licenses are now available for bear, deer, elk and pronghorn hunting.

Learn about available license options
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Wolf Update

Copper Creek Pack

A pair of wolves from Colorado's first successful wolf release in December 2023 produced 4 pups in 2024. When these wolves successfully reproduced, they were officially named the Copper Creek Pack. After depredations impacted a producer in the vicinity of this pack, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, with technical support from federal partners, undertook an operation to capture and assess the pack for options to continue contributing to the wolf reintroduction effort in Colorado. Learn more about the capture operation.

Learn more about the capture operation View News Release
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First Annual Report

Colorado Gray Wolf Annual Report

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has published its first annual report that documents the status of gray wolves, wolf management, wolf monitoring, research related to wolves, and education and outreach in Colorado during the biological year April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024. Please note, events that have happened since March 31 will be included in next year’s annual report. 

Colorado Gray Wolf Annual Report View News Release
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.

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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.

Park Finder

Plan your next adventure

Camping and Lodging

Colorado's state parks manage more than 4,000 campsites throughout the state. Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins, or yurts and allow you to explore and discover Colorado’s diverse landscapes and attractions.

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Bear

From the Newsroom

Gov. Polis & CPW Announce 2024 Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Grant Recipients, Keeping Colorado Communities Safe and Protecting Wildlife

“Colorado is proud to help our communities and homeowners, take simple, effective steps to protect people and wildlife. Our state is home to incredible lands, as well as the animals that call them home, and these grants will support local efforts to reduce human-bear conflict while saving people money on potential damage,” said Governor Jared Polis. 

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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.​

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Upcoming Events

Sep

13

Hug a Tree at Mueller

Friday, Sep 13

Mueller State Park

Basic survival and wilderness safety for kids (and parents). Ages 5 and up.
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Sep

13

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Hug a Tree at Mueller

Friday, Sep 13

Mueller State Park

Basic survival and wilderness safety for kids (and parents). Ages 5 and up.
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Sep

13

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake

Friday, Sep 13

Jackson Lake State Park

Teach visitors about sustainable practices and how to reduce their environmental impact.
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Sep

13

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake

Friday, Sep 13

Jackson Lake State Park

Teach visitors about sustainable practices and how to reduce their environmental impact.
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Sep

14

Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake

Saturday, Sep 14

Barr Lake State Park

Come celebrate the magic of birds and all they have to teach us! People of all ages and abilities can participate!
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Sep

14

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake

Saturday, Sep 14

Barr Lake State Park

Come celebrate the magic of birds and all they have to teach us! People of all ages and abilities can participate!
View & Register

Sep

13

Hug a Tree at Mueller

Friday, Sep 13

Mueller State Park

Basic survival and wilderness safety for kids (and parents). Ages 5 and up.
View Details

Sep

13

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Hug a Tree at Mueller

Friday, Sep 13

Mueller State Park

Basic survival and wilderness safety for kids (and parents). Ages 5 and up.
View & Register

Sep

13

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake

Friday, Sep 13

Jackson Lake State Park

Teach visitors about sustainable practices and how to reduce their environmental impact.
View Details

Sep

13

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....at Jackson Lake

Friday, Sep 13

Jackson Lake State Park

Teach visitors about sustainable practices and how to reduce their environmental impact.
View & Register

Sep

14

Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake

Saturday, Sep 14

Barr Lake State Park

Come celebrate the magic of birds and all they have to teach us! People of all ages and abilities can participate!
View Details

Sep

14

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Fall Birding Festival at Barr Lake

Saturday, Sep 14

Barr Lake State Park

Come celebrate the magic of birds and all they have to teach us! People of all ages and abilities can participate!
View & Register
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Keep Colorado Wild Pass - Let the Adventures Begin!

As Coloradans, we treasure our outdoor lifestyle and the state’s natural beauty. Join us in keeping Colorado, Colorado. Your Keep Colorado Wild Pass is so much more than just a state park pass. 

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.

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