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Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering free entry to all Colorado state parks on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026. Learn more.
CPW Statewide Events
Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
CPW Statewide Events
Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts.
American pika sitting on log with leaves in its mouth
Tips for Wildlife Viewing
Colorado offers abundant wildlife viewing year-round, with over 400 bird species and biodiverse landscapes offering something new to experience. Here are some tips for a great trip:
- Stay quiet and still. Noise and sudden movement signal danger and may cause animals to flee, sometimes abandoning nests or young.
- Wear earth tones (gray, khaki, olive green) to blend in.
- Learn to properly focus your binoculars.
- Look to habitat edges — where forest meets meadow, for example — since wildlife often gathers there. Watch for motion, shapes, and color contrasts, or telltale parts like a head, ear, or antler.
- Move slowly and at an angle, not straight at the animal, so it can keep you in view without being startled. Avoid direct eye contact.
- Practice safe, ethical viewing.
- Research the species you hope to see beforehand.
- Use the iNaturalist app to identify and log your sightings.
Find an Event
See Colorado Parks and Wildlife current events below.
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Aug
29
Persse Place Open House
Aug 29, 2026 · 9:30am
Roxborough State Park
Come out and tour the historical Persse Place and learn about life at Roxborough way before it became a state park!
Aug
29
Persse Place Open House
Aug 29, 2026 · 9:30am
Roxborough State Park
Come out and tour the historical Persse Place and learn about life at Roxborough way before it became a state park!
Aug
29
A Blue Birdie’s Tale: Discovering Bluebirds
Aug 29, 2026 · 5:00pm
Ridgway State Park
Get ready to add a splash of sapphire to your weekend! Pack your binoculars and join guest speaker Bruce Ackerman at the Visitor...
Aug
29
A Blue Birdie’s Tale: Discovering Bluebirds
Aug 29, 2026 · 5:00pm
Ridgway State Park
Get ready to add a splash of sapphire to your weekend! Pack your binoculars and join guest speaker Bruce Ackerman at the Visitor...
Aug
30
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Aug 30, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Aug
30
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Aug 30, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Aug
30
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Aug 30, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Aug
30
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Aug 30, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Sep
2
Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting: September 2-3, 2026
Sep 2, 2026 · 8:30am
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is a citizen board, appointed by the Governor, which sets regulations and policies...
Sep
3
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Sep 3, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Sep
3
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Sep 3, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Sep
3
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Sep 3, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Sep
3
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Sep 3, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Sep
5
Public Bird Banding Day
Sep 5, 2026 · 8:00am
Ridgway State Park
Ever wondered what a Yellow Warbler looks like from just inches away? Now is your chance to see the magic of migration in action...
Sep
5
Public Bird Banding Day
Sep 5, 2026 · 8:00am
Ridgway State Park
Ever wondered what a Yellow Warbler looks like from just inches away? Now is your chance to see the magic of migration in action...
Sep
5
Table Talk: Vulture Culture
Sep 5, 2026 · 9:00am
Roxborough State Park
Learn more about turkey vultures and their importance to the ecosystem on International Vulture Awareness Day!
Sep
5
Table Talk: Vulture Culture
Sep 5, 2026 · 9:00am
Roxborough State Park
Learn more about turkey vultures and their importance to the ecosystem on International Vulture Awareness Day!