Outdoors Expo

CPW Events

Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts. See our current events below.

Are you looking for a Hunter Education Course, Boating Safety Course, Clinic, or Seminar​?​​

Outdoors Expo

CPW Events

Colorado Parks and Wildlife regularly offers events, classes, and festivals for all our outdoor recreation enthusiasts. See our current events below.

Are you looking for a Hunter Education Course, Boating Safety Course, Clinic, or Seminar​?​​

First Day and Forest Bathing Hike at Mueller State Park

Jan

1

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

First Day Forest Bathing

Wednesday, January 1

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a fresh start to 2025 by immersing in the wonder and healing nature offers through the practice of Forest Bathing/Shinrin-Yoku.
First Day and Forest Bathing Hike at Mueller State Park

Jan

1

First Day Forest Bathing

Wednesday, January 1

Mueller State Park

Enjoy a fresh start to 2025 by immersing in the wonder and healing nature offers through the practice of Forest Bathing/Shinrin-Yoku.
Rabbit Brush plant during sunset at Highline Lake State Park

Jan

20

Registration Required:

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Friends of Highline Lake Monthly Meeting

Monday, January 20

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake for their monthly meeting. Friends meetings are open to the public and are a great way to support your local state park. The meeting will take place at the Visitor Center.
Rabbit Brush plant during sunset at Highline Lake State Park

Jan

20

Friends of Highline Lake Monthly Meeting

Monday, January 20

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Friends of Highline Lake for their monthly meeting. Friends meetings are open to the public and are a great way to support your local state park. The meeting will take place at the Visitor Center.
Ice fishing

Feb

10

Registration Required:

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Ice Fishing Clinic

Monday, February 10

State Forest State Park

10 am-3 pm at North Michigan Reservoir. Bring your own gear, or we can provide poles and augers. Fishing license required for 16+. Dress for the weather!
Ice fishing

Feb

10

Ice Fishing Clinic

Monday, February 10

State Forest State Park

10 am-3 pm at North Michigan Reservoir. Bring your own gear, or we can provide poles and augers. Fishing license required for 16+. Dress for the weather!

Feb

22

Registration Required:

Please register for this event.

Potluck & Ski/ Snowshoe by Moonlight

Saturday, February 22

State Forest State Park

Enjoy your self-guided hike on the Gould Loop trail lit up under the full moon! Hike/snowshoe/cross-country ski to the Chocolate Cabin to enjoy the campfire.

Feb

22

Potluck & Ski/ Snowshoe by Moonlight

Saturday, February 22

State Forest State Park

Enjoy your self-guided hike on the Gould Loop trail lit up under the full moon! Hike/snowshoe/cross-country ski to the Chocolate Cabin to enjoy the campfire.
Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

Registration Required:

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18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
Mountain bike racer rides on the desert trails in Highline Lake State Park during the 18 Hours Biking Event

May

3

18 Hours of Fruita

Saturday, May 3

Highline Lake State Park

One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope. With a fast and fun singletrack lap located within the desert oasis of Highline Lake State Park, this a great race to kick off the summer season. 
Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

Registration Required:

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Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
Four kids jump and cheer as they finish an obstacle course during the a Kids Adventure Games event

May

31

Kids Adventure Games - Desert Edition

Saturday, May 31

Highline Lake State Park

Team up. Tackle obstacles. Have fun. Our mission is to inspire and empower kids through exciting, challenging adventure races that emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, critical thinking, perseverance, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. 
Swimmer wearing a wetsuit adjusts their goggles as they prepare to race during the Desert's Edge Triathlon at Highline Lake State Park

Aug

2

Registration Required:

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Desert’s Edge Triathlon

Saturday, August 2

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Grand Junction Sports Commission for the 2025 Desert's Edge Triathlon Series. 
Swimmer wearing a wetsuit adjusts their goggles as they prepare to race during the Desert's Edge Triathlon at Highline Lake State Park

Aug

2

Desert’s Edge Triathlon

Saturday, August 2

Highline Lake State Park

Join the Grand Junction Sports Commission for the 2025 Desert's Edge Triathlon Series.