State Forest State Park Yurt

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

State Forest State Park Yurt

State Forest State Park Yurt

State Forest State Park Yurt

Plan your next adventure!

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

'What's New' 2025 Colorado Big-Game Hunting

'What's New' 2025 Colorado Big-Game Hunting

The 2025 Colorado Big Game brochure is now available. This video provides a short overview of some of the changes that affect the upcoming seasons and the limited-license draw. Be sure to reach the "what's new" pages in the Big Game and Sheep and Goat brochures to see a full list of changes for the 2025 hunting seasons.

Video: Colorado Waterfowl Study - North Park, Colorado

Conservation in Action

Colorado Waterfowl Study

For the last seven years, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) biologists have been studying waterfowl in North Park. This video provides an intimate look at some of the tools and techniques avian researchers are using to better understand Colorado's duck populations and how to more effectively manage wetland habitat. 

Wolf runs across a snow-covered field in British Columbia as a helicopter flies overhead during capture operations in January 2025.

Wolf runs across a snow-covered field in British Columbia as a helicopter flies overhead during capture operations in January 2025.

Wolf Update

CPW concludes second year of gray wolf capture and release efforts

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) completed capture and release work for the second gray wolf reintroduction season in support of the Colorado Gray Wolf Restoration and Management Plan. Fifteen wolves were translocated from the central interior of British Columbia to Colorado. 

Rancher with cattle

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.

Bear

From the Newsroom

Colorado saw more human-bear conflicts in 2024

Colorado Parks and Wildlife received 5,022 reports of sightings and conflicts with bears in 2024 which is 14.8% higher than the previous 5-years. Trash continues to be the number one source of conflicts between humans and bears. Of the 5,022 reports CPW received in 2024, 2,225 resulted in property damage to a shed, garage, home, vehicle, fence, etc. Over 50% were linked to trash, 21% to livestock, chickens and beehives, and 18% to bird seed, pet food, barbeque grills, coolers and refrigerators.

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.​

Accessible Activities

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Boating

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Gold Panning

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Gold Panning

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Harvest Information Program

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Harvest Information Program

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Help Stop Poaching - Operation Game Thief

Explore Help Stop Poaching - Operation Game Thief

Help Stop Poaching - Operation Game Thief

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Hunting

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Hunting

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Hunting Deer

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Hunting Elk

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Hunting Mountain Goat

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Ice Fishing

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Leftover (Remaining) and Reissued Licenses

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Leftover (Remaining) and Reissued Licenses

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Master Angler Awards Program

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Master Angler Awards Program

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Nature Viewing

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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Licenses

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Rookie Sportsperson

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Small Game

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Turkey Hunting

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Walk-in Access Program

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Water Activities

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Waterfowl Hunting

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Where to Hunt

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Colorado Outdoors 2025 Annual Preference Point Issue

Big-game preference points for planning your 2025 hunt, plus herd counts and much more! Get your copy today!

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Upcoming Events

Mar

27

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, Mar 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!

Mar

27

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, Mar 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!
Ice Fishing

Mar

29

Ice Fishing 101 - CANCELED

Saturday, Mar 29

Staunton State Park

<strong>This event has been cancelled due to warmer temperatures making the ice unsafe. Participants who have registered will be notified.</strong> Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? &nbsp;Then, this is the class for you!
Ice Fishing

Mar

29

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Ice Fishing 101 - CANCELED

Saturday, Mar 29

Staunton State Park

<strong>This event has been cancelled due to warmer temperatures making the ice unsafe. Participants who have registered will be notified.</strong> Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? &nbsp;Then, this is the class for you!

Mar

29

Dark Sky Park

Saturday, Mar 29

Mueller State Park

Did you know that Mueller is applying to become a Dark Sky Park through DarkSky International? This is a long process. Find out why keeping our skies dark at night is so important to us and the natural world, making it a worthwhile goal. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Mar

29

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Dark Sky Park

Saturday, Mar 29

Mueller State Park

Did you know that Mueller is applying to become a Dark Sky Park through DarkSky International? This is a long process. Find out why keeping our skies dark at night is so important to us and the natural world, making it a worthwhile goal. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Mar

27

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, Mar 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!

Mar

27

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, Mar 27

Barr Lake State Park

Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack!
Ice Fishing

Mar

29

Ice Fishing 101 - CANCELED

Saturday, Mar 29

Staunton State Park

<strong>This event has been cancelled due to warmer temperatures making the ice unsafe. Participants who have registered will be notified.</strong> Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? &nbsp;Then, this is the class for you!
Ice Fishing

Mar

29

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Ice Fishing 101 - CANCELED

Saturday, Mar 29

Staunton State Park

<strong>This event has been cancelled due to warmer temperatures making the ice unsafe. Participants who have registered will be notified.</strong> Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? &nbsp;Then, this is the class for you!

Mar

29

Dark Sky Park

Saturday, Mar 29

Mueller State Park

Did you know that Mueller is applying to become a Dark Sky Park through DarkSky International? This is a long process. Find out why keeping our skies dark at night is so important to us and the natural world, making it a worthwhile goal. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Mar

29

Registration Required:

Event participants must register

Dark Sky Park

Saturday, Mar 29

Mueller State Park

Did you know that Mueller is applying to become a Dark Sky Park through DarkSky International? This is a long process. Find out why keeping our skies dark at night is so important to us and the natural world, making it a worthwhile goal. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Man holding snowboard on winter mountainside

Keep Colorado Wild Pass — The Outdoors are for Everyone

For only $29, get a Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration and share your love of Colorado’s outdoors. The pass gives you entry to all state parks and helps fund outdoor education opportunities in local communities.

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.