Colorado River Emergency Closure

Effective immediately, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has issued an emergency closure for all public access and downstream recreation on the Colorado River starting at James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park in Fruita and extending to the Utah state line.  This closure is necessary for firefighter and public safety due to the Snyder Fire currently burning in McInnis Canyon.  Learn more.

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife to lift voluntary fishing closure on Crystal River

October 16, 2025

​​Northwest Region
Deer tangled in a soccer net lying on grass

Wildlife officers urge public to remove tangle hazards from yards, decorate responsibly

October 15, 2025

Statewide

CPW announces kokanee salmon giveaway days for 2025

October 13, 2025

Southwest Region

Closures lifted in GMU 71 following containment of Stoner Mesa Fire

October 10, 2025

Southwest Region
A mule deer stands in a field at sunset facing the viewer

Mule Deer Muzzleloader Hunting in Piñon Canyon suspended due to federal government shutdown

October 09, 2025

Statewide
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks public input on potential big game regulations changes in Northwest Colorado

October 03, 2025

​​Northwest Region
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission to meet October 9, 2025

October 02, 2025

Statewide
Boreal Toad Tadpole alongside white flower

Colorado Parks and Wildlife submits 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan to guide wildlife conservation

October 02, 2025

Statewide
A pronghorn walks left to right across a field

Pronghorn Hunting on Fort Carson, Pinon Canyon suspended due to federal government shutdown

October 01, 2025

Southeast Region