Colorado River Emergency Closure
Effective immediately, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has issued an emergency closure for all public access and downstream recreation on the Colorado River starting at James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park in Fruita and extending to the Utah state line. This closure is necessary for firefighter and public safety due to the Snyder Fire currently burning in McInnis Canyon. Learn more.
The guided meadow walk is a chance to learn more about the pristine ecosystems in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Starting every Sunday from the Prairie Falcon Amphitheater at 10:00 AM, the hike is a great chance to get outside and learn.
The meadow nature walk is a relatively short guided nature walk through some of our park’s pristine natural environments. Learn about the ecology of meadows and open spaces. The walk takes place in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, starting at the Prairie Falcon Amphitheater parking at 10:00AM. Reservations are available on CPW connect, but walk-ins are allowed. No fee is needed for the walk, but the entry fee to the park is still required. Walk will commence rain or shine, so participants are advised to come prepared for weather and trail conditions. Appropriate footwear and clothing is needed, as the trail is not paved.
Pets not permitted
Cost: Park entry fee required
Time duration: 1-2 hours
Start time: 10:00AM
Location: Prairie Falcon Amphitheatre (Near Trailhead)
https://cpwconnect.state.co.us/D/CMSP/Calendar
Contact for questions:
Cheyenne Mountain State Park: 719-576-2016
Jul
4
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Jul 4, 2026 · 7:00am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
The Creature Feature is a short children's educational program intended to teach kids about Colorado's native wildlife. Join us at the Visitor Center of Cheyenne Mountain State Park for a lesson and a craft.
Jul
4
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Jul 4, 2026 · 3:30pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Join our expert instructor for a public mountain biking lesson at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. This class is a great way for beginners to build skills in mountain biking.
Jul
8
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Jul 8, 2026 · 3:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Wildflower Wednesdays are guided walks with local plant experts in the lush scenery of Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Join us before the season is over to learn more about the natural world.
Get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration to create sweet memories. The pass gives you entry to all state parks and supports wildlife conservation.
