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
24
Dam Facts
Jul 24, 2026 · 7:00pm
Trinidad Lake State Park
We call it Trinidad Lake, which provides the setting for camping and all manner of water-related recreation. But actually it’s...
Jul
24
Dam Facts
Jul 24, 2026 · 7:00pm
Trinidad Lake State Park
We call it Trinidad Lake, which provides the setting for camping and all manner of water-related recreation. But actually it’s...
Jul
24
Birds of Lathrop
Jul 24, 2026 · 7:00pm
Lathrop State Park
Learn about the birds of Lathrop State Park and the many benefits they provide.
Jul
24
Birds of Lathrop
Jul 24, 2026 · 7:00pm
Lathrop State Park
Learn about the birds of Lathrop State Park and the many benefits they provide.
Jul
25
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Jul 25, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Jul
25
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Jul 25, 2026 · 8:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Jul
25
Fly Fishing Plus Class
Jul 25, 2026 · 9:00am
Mueller State Park
Dive deeper into the basics of fly fishing. Must have attended Mueller's Fly Fishing Basics class OR have fly fishing experience...
Jul
25
Fly Fishing Plus Class
Jul 25, 2026 · 9:00am
Mueller State Park
Dive deeper into the basics of fly fishing. Must have attended Mueller's Fly Fishing Basics class OR have fly fishing experience...
Jul
25
BYOB Birding (Bring Your Own Binoculars!)
Jul 25, 2026 · 9:00am
Jul
25
BYOB Birding (Bring Your Own Binoculars!)
Jul 25, 2026 · 9:00am
Jul
25
Persse Place Open House
Jul 25, 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
25
Persse Place Open House
Jul 25, 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
25
Celebrate Our Waters: Lake Appreciation Day!
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:00am
Ridgway State Park
Dive into a day of sun, splash, and community! Join us at Ridgway State Park as we honor the heart of our park, the beautiful...
Jul
25
Celebrate Our Waters: Lake Appreciation Day!
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:00am
Ridgway State Park
Dive into a day of sun, splash, and community! Join us at Ridgway State Park as we honor the heart of our park, the beautiful...
Jul
25
Lichens Hike
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:00am
Jul
25
Lichens Hike
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:00am
Jul
25
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.
Jul
25
Public Archery Lessons at Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Jul 25, 2026 · 10:50am
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release.