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.
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See Colorado Parks and Wildlife current events below.
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Jul
17
"Starlit Trails" Nature Hike at Ridgway State Park!
Jul 17, 2026 · 7:30pm
Ridgway State Park
Experience the magic of twilight and the wonder of the night sky in one unique event! Join us on July 17th for "Starlit Trails,"...
Jul
17
"Starlit Trails" Nature Hike at Ridgway State Park!
Jul 17, 2026 · 7:30pm
Ridgway State Park
Experience the magic of twilight and the wonder of the night sky in one unique event! Join us on July 17th for "Starlit Trails,"...
Jul
17
Senses Night Hike
Jul 17, 2026 · 7:30pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Experience the wonders of Cheyenne Mountain State Park at nigh time. Join an expert guide as we learn about astronomy, wildlife...
Jul
17
Senses Night Hike
Jul 17, 2026 · 7:30pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Experience the wonders of Cheyenne Mountain State Park at nigh time. Join an expert guide as we learn about astronomy, wildlife...
Jul
17
Star Party at Mueller
Jul 17, 2026 · 9:00pm
Jul
17
Star Party at Mueller
Jul 17, 2026 · 9:00pm
Jul
18
Bullseye Beginners: Archery at the Park
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:00am
Ridgway State Park
Ready to channel your inner archer? Join us at Ridgway State Park for a morning of focus, fun, and flying arrows! This hands-on...
Jul
18
Bullseye Beginners: Archery at the Park
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:00am
Ridgway State Park
Ready to channel your inner archer? Join us at Ridgway State Park for a morning of focus, fun, and flying arrows! This hands-on...
Jul
18
Try Archery
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:00am
Jul
18
Try Archery
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:00am
Jul
18
Persse Place Open House
Jul 18, 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!
Jul
18
Persse Place Open House
Jul 18, 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!
Jul
18
Junior Ranger Adventures!
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:30am
Chatfield State Park
Join for our Summertime weekly Junior Ranger Adventures! Great for families with kids 5-10 years old, but all families are...
Jul
18
Junior Ranger Adventures!
Jul 18, 2026 · 9:30am
Chatfield State Park
Join for our Summertime weekly Junior Ranger Adventures! Great for families with kids 5-10 years old, but all families are...
Jul
18
10 Essentials Hike
Jul 18, 2026 · 10:00am
Mueller State Park
Learn about hiking safety on this beautiful 2 mile hike through the park.
Jul
18
10 Essentials Hike
Jul 18, 2026 · 10:00am
Mueller State Park
Learn about hiking safety on this beautiful 2 mile hike through the park.
Jul
18
Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic
Jul 18, 2026 · 10:00am
Lathrop State Park
Learn how to catch the "big one" at Lathrop's fishing clinic for kids under 16 years of age.
Jul
18
Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic
Jul 18, 2026 · 10:00am
Lathrop State Park
Learn how to catch the "big one" at Lathrop's fishing clinic for kids under 16 years of age.