Kids to Parks Day: Junior Ranger Hike
We are celebrating #KidsToParksDay, are you? Join us for a Junior Ranger hike and work toward earning your badge. We will meet at the Day Use Restroom building above the Lakeview Swim Beach. Don't forget water, hiking shoes, and weather appropriate clothing.
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Sep
12
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Hiring Webinar: Become a CPW Officer
Friday, September 12
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
To help applicants with the hiring process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts a virtual Hiring Q&A Webinar. During the webinar, applicants can ask CPW staff questions about the positions, the hiring timeline and application details. Job applications are open September 1-30. Please note, there is no in-person option.
Sep
13
Registration Required:
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Desert’s Edge Triathlon
Saturday, September 13 - Monday, September 15
Highline Lake State Park
Join the Grand Junction Sports Commission for the 2025 Desert's Edge Triathlon Series.
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11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, November 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National Guard free entry into Colorado state parks on Nov. 11, 2025.
Keep Colorado Wild Pass — Opens more than state park gates
Explore every corner of Colorado’s state parks while giving back to search and rescue volunteers when you get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your vehicle registration. The pass also helps fund state parks and recreation, the Colorado Avalanche Information Center, wildlife conservation and outdoor education opportunities.