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7/27/2020
Celebrate Colorado Day with Free Entrance into State Parks on August 3
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Bridget Kochel
Statewide Public Information Officer
720-219-2919 /
bridget.kochel@state.co.us
Celebrate Colorado Day with Free Entrance into State Parks on August 3
This free entry day
provides an opportunity to experience Colorado’s state parks and the diverse landscapes they showcase.
DENVER
–
In celebration of Colorado Day, and the 144th birthday of the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free entry to 41 state parks on Monday, August 3. Although the state recognizes this annual holiday on the first of the month, state parks celebrate the occasion with free entrance on the first Monday of August.
Colorado Day was created by the state legislature to mark the anniversary of statehood, granted in 1876 by President Ulysses S. Grant.
“Colorado Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the natural beauty of our state and spend time outside,” said State Trails Program Manager Fletcher Jacobs. “Coloradans have a rich tradition of embracing an outdoor lifestyle, and our state
parks offer a variety of outdoor activities that people of all ages and physical levels can enjoy.”
This
free entry day
provides an opportunity to experience Colorado’s state parks and the diverse landscapes they showcase. All other park fees remain in effect, including camping reservations, boat and off-highway vehicle registrations, and hunting and fishing licenses.
To begin planning your unique Colorado adventure, visit the
CPW park finder
. State park
outdoor recreation
activities include:
Water sports- boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming
Wildlife and wildflower viewing, birdwatching and tours with naturalists
Hiking, horseback riding, biking, and rock climbing
Stargazing and geocaching
Accessibility programs
are available to people with disabilities
In an effort to thank military members for their service, CPW offers
active duty and veterans free admission
to all state parks for the entire month of August. Military members and veterans can pick up a free August Military Pass at any
Colorado state park or CPW office
by showing proof of military service. Passes become available on August 1, 2020.
Coloradans are encouraged to practice the
Care for Colorado - Leave No Trace
principles and
trail safety etiquette
when recreating outdoors, such as:
Plan ahead-
visit individual park pages
or use the
Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX)
app to learn about park closures and visitor center hours
Spread out on trails to avoid crowds
Wear a face mask that covers your nose and mouth when passing people on trails
Avoid dangerous outdoor activities that can result in a hospital visit
Pack out your trash
For more information about Colorado’s state parks and outdoor recreation, visit the
CPW website
. Learn more about
Colorado's Outdoor Principles
and how outdoor recreation should be enjoyed with thoughtful conservation.
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CPW is an enterprise agency, relying primarily on license sales, state parks fees and registration fees to support its operations, including: 41 state parks and more than 350 wildlife areas covering approximately 900,000 acres, management of fishing and hunting, wildlife watching, camping, motorized and non-motorized trails, boating and outdoor education. CPW's work contributes approximately $6 billion in total economic impact annually throughout Colorado.
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