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  • Biking

    Staunton offers several miles of multi-use trails available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Please be respectful of all users on the trail and be aware that some trails are hiker-only. Please not that portions of the Staunton ranch trail is on USFS property, E-Bike use is not allowed in this area. Please utilize the Service road/ Bugling Elk trail if riding an E-bike.
    (Updated: 6/19/2022 12:25 PM)

  • Camping

    Walk-in campsites are available. See the Camping page for more detailed information.

    (Updated: 11/10/2020 10:36 AM)

  • Dog-friendly

    Dogs are welcome​ in the park as long as:

    • they are on a six foot or shorter leash at all times

    • their waste is properly disposed of

    (Updated: 6/19/2022 12:21 PM)

  • Education Programs

    Dates for the 2023 Junior Ranger Program are pending. Please check back in May!
    (Updated: 1/26/2023 1:18 PM)

  • Fishing

    ​Fishing is allowed at the Davis Ponds, Elk Falls Pond and the small streams in the park. A current Colorado fishing license is required.

    The Davis ponds are stocked with Rainbow Trout each month May through September. Limits for rainbow trout are 4 in your bag and 8 in your possession.

    Elk falls Pond is not regularly stocked but does have Brook Trout. Limits are 10 in your bag and 10 in possession *8 inches or less. 

    We recommend powerbait, salmon eggs or worms!

    Please, no boats or watercraft of any kind and no swimming in the ponds.

    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:50 PM)

  • Geocaching

    Staunton State Park (80470): Come visit this impressive State Park! There are currently twenty (20) traditional and mystery geocaches, and one (1) earth cache within Staunton State Park. Geocachers seeking to add new caches to the park will be assisted by park volunteers in order to gain Park Manager approval. Be sure to check the Staunton State Park profile on www.geocaching.com to gain an understanding regarding how to incorporate proposed caches into the park' s mission. ​

    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:20 PM)

  • Group Picnicking

    Staunton has two group picnic areas. Ranch Hand Group Picnic Area and Davis Ponds. Both are available by reservation only. For more information, see the Facilities​ page.​  ​​

    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:21 PM)

  • Hiking

    The park offers nearly 30 miles of trails.  The majority of Staunton's trails allow for multi-use access (equestrian/cyclist/hiker).  There are approximately 8 miles of hiker-only trails.  Check out our Trails​ page for more details.​

    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

  • Horseback Riding

    Staunton offers several miles of multi-use trails available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Please be respectful of all users on the trail and be aware that some trails are hiker-only. 
    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

  • Hunting

    Hunting is prohibited at Staunton State Park.​
    Discharging of firearms is also prohibited at Staunton State Park.
    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

  • Picnicking

    Picnic tables, some with charcoal grills are available near most parking areas on a first come first served basis. Please be aware of possible fire restrictions in the park.  Check our alerts for current fire restrictions.
    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:23 PM)

  • Rock Climbing

    Seasonal Rock Climbing Closures from March-July include Lion's Head and Rough Neck Area.

    For current and up to date route information visit Mountain Project - Staunton​
    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:28 PM)

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