Join this 5 mile hike to beautiful water features in the park. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Discover how befriending a tree can help you if you get lost. 2-3 p.m.

Kids uncover what's emerging in the forest this time of year.

Join the Friends of Highline Lake State Park and park staff with our regular Highway 139 Clean-Up. Caring for the first two miles off of the interstate, the Friends of Highline Lake ensures that visitors to the Loma area are greeted with a clean commute and view of the Grand Valley. Email <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> for more details.

Have fun learning the skill of knot tying! 2-3 p.m.

Are you ready to shred the trails? We are! Grab your bike and come mountain bike with us to explore the new trail section of the Highline Lake Trail. The group ride will start at Mack Mesa Lake near the restrooms. We will then make a loop around Mack Mesa Lake, exploring nearly 2.5 miles. On our ride, we'll explore the highest point in the park while riding the newest section of the Highline Lake Trail.&nbsp;

When was the last time you wished upon a shooting star? Join us as we talk about your chances to see meteor showers this year and what Highline Lake is doing to protect these stargazing opportunities. Meet in the Visitor Center.

Have you ever wondered how humans gained inspiration for our massive dams? Well, leave it to beavers. These fuzzy four-legged creatures are nature’s engineers. From lodges to river-stopping dams, they build it all. Come learn about beavers and their construction marvels. You, too, can try your hand at building a dam. Meet in the Visitor Center, all ages welcome. This program is free but a valid day pass or annual pass is required to enter the park. Free passes are available through the Mesa County Libraries as part of the “Check Out Colorado State Parks” backpacks.

Learn how to identify common animal tracks found on the trails at the park. 1-2 p.m.