Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
As a thank you to United States military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and National Guard members free entry into Colorado state parks on Veteran's Day, November 11.
About this Event
Find a park that matches your adventure list of the day using the Park Finder, and get outside and enjoy!
Applicable forms of military identification include:
- DD214;
- DD Form 2;
- DD Form 2765;
- an active, retired or veteran military identification card;
- a current Colorado Driver’s License or state issued identification card with the word ‘Veteran’ printed on it as specified in 42-2-303 (5)(a), C.R.S.;
- or a VA medical card.
All other applicable park fees (i.e. camping or fishing) still apply.
Note: This offer is available at ALL CPW state parks (not just what's showing in the map).
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