Ever wonder what it’d feel like to pet the wild life? This is your chance to do it in a way that is safe for you and the wild life. Explore a variety of fur and skulls of Colorado's native animals.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Castlewood Canyon State Park! Looking for a special way to celebrate Mom? Join us at the Castlewood Canyon Visitor Center on Sunday, May 11th, from 11 AM to 1 PM for a Mother’s Day Card Craft! Create a heartfelt, handmade card she’ll treasure forever. After crafting, don’t forget to head outside and enjoy the beauty of Castlewood Canyon — the perfect place for a family hike and fresh air! We can’t wait to see you there!

Discover the Universe at Castlewood Canyon! Star Party & Sun-Day | May 17 | 9 AM–12 PM & 8:30–10:30 PM Join us for a day (and night) of celestial fun! Sun-Day (9 AM–12 PM): View the Sun safely through solar telescopes, explore fun science stations, and learn all about our closest star. Star Party (8:30–10:30 PM): After sunset, explore the night sky with telescopes and expert astronomers—see planets, constellations, and more! Where: Castlewood Canyon State Park Admission: Free with a Parks Pass, or if you have the KCW pass All ages welcome—bring your curiosity and dress for the weather! Special thanks to the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society for hosting this stellar event!

Come and enjoy a walk in Nature with a Ranger.

Ever wonder what it’d feel like to pet the wild life? This is your chance to do it in a way that is safe for you and the wild life. Explore a variety of fur and skulls of Colorado's native animals.

Come and enjoy a hands-on class to see the diet of an owl.

Come enjoy a rootbeer float and have a conversation with our rangers while enjoying the reservoir scenery.

Various live raptors and predatory birds will be available for you to see. Feel free to ask the handlers questions.

Come by the Visitor Center and pick up a Bingo sheet and have fun! Once you have completed your Bingo sheet you can turn it in to the Visitor Center and receive a prize.