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Staunton State Park
State Park in Pine, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center: Sun.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
12102 S. Elk Creek Road
Pine, CO 80470
United States
Staunton State Park
State Park in Pine, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center: Sun.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
12102 S. Elk Creek Road
Pine, CO 80470
United States
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A rock climber hangs on to the side of a cliff.
Activities and Trails
What to Do at Staunton
Staunton State Park’s diverse landscapes, from grassy meadows to granite cliffs, make the park a great destination for rock climbing, hiking, geocaching, camping and more. The park features rocky outcrops, meadows, rolling hillsides forested with conifers and aspens, and a stunning waterfall.
Activities
- All-Terrain Wheelchair
- Archery Range
- Biking
- Camping
- Education Programs
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Picnicking
- Rock Climbing
Best of Staunton
Trails
The outdoor recreation opportunities are endless with 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Visitors with disabilities can also enjoy the trails with an all-terrain motorized wheelchair through the Track-Chair program.
Archery Range
The archery range offers visitors 17 lanes with 16 targets ranging from 10 to 60 yards with an optional 100-yard lane. Visitors who have purchased a park pass can use the range for free. Children 16 and under must be supervised by an adult. Access the range from the Mason Creek parking lot.
Rock Climbing
The park has over over 400 rock climbing routes. Sport, trad and mixed routes can be found throughout the park as well. Difficulty ranges from 5.3–5.13+. The majority of the routes are located at Staunton Rocks. Seasonal rock climbing closures from March to July include Lion's Head and Rough Neck areas.
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. There are two group picnic areas, which are available by reservation only.
Fishing
Fishing is allowed at the Davis Ponds, Elk Falls Pond and the small streams in the park. Access to the ponds is from the Ranch Hand and Visitor Center parking lots. There is no public access below the dams on Elk Creek Rd. A current Colorado fishing license is required.
Visitors with Disabilities
Staunton offers an ADA-accessible fishing pier. Please contact the park about how we can provide an accessible fishing experience on weekdays. We will need at least two days' notice.
Davis Pond
Davis Ponds are stocked with rainbow trout each month May through September. Limits for trout are four in your bag and eight in your possession. No boating or swimming in the pond.
Fishing in ColoradoElk Falls Pond
Elk Falls Pond is not regularly stocked but does have brook trout. Limits are 10 in your bag and 10 in possession, eight inches or less. No boating or swimming in the pond.
Fishing in ColoradoUpcoming Events
Jan
1
Staunton First Day Hikes
Thursday, Jan 1
Staunton State Park
Join us for four hikes and a bike ride! Warm up, grab a snack, and pick up a freebie at the visitor center!
Jan
1
Staunton First Day Hikes
Thursday, Jan 1
Staunton State Park
Join us for four hikes and a bike ride! Warm up, grab a snack, and pick up a freebie at the visitor center!
Jan
4
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 4
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
4
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 4
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
18
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 18
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
18
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 18
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
1
Staunton First Day Hikes
Thursday, Jan 1
Staunton State Park
Join us for four hikes and a bike ride! Warm up, grab a snack, and pick up a freebie at the visitor center!
Jan
1
Staunton First Day Hikes
Thursday, Jan 1
Staunton State Park
Join us for four hikes and a bike ride! Warm up, grab a snack, and pick up a freebie at the visitor center!
Jan
4
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 4
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
4
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 4
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
18
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 18
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Jan
18
Ice Fishing 101
Sunday, Jan 18
Staunton State Park
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to...
Hiking, Biking and Horseback Riding
Trails
Track Chair Program & Reservations - Visitors with disabilities can explore designated trails in the park using a Track-Chair. Find more information and make reservations on the Park Highlights page > Track Chair Program & Information sections.
Closures
Popular trails on the western side of Staunton State Park are closed through the end of the year due to a dam rehabilitation project at Elk Falls Pond. See the July 30 Popular Staunton trails to close during the week due to construction news release for more detail. The affected trails include:
- West Meadow,
- Lions Back,
- Chimney Rock,
- Elk Falls,
- Lions Head Loop and
- Elk Falls Overlook.
Davis Ponds Trail
2.3 miles
Hiking only
Historic Cabins Trail
0.7 miles (loops with Staunton Ranch Trail)
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Davis Ponds Trail
2.3 miles
Hiking only
Historic Cabins Trail
0.7 miles (loops with Staunton Ranch Trail)
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Bugling Elk Trail
1.1 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Border Line Trail
2.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Elk Falls Trail
12 miles
Dog friendly
The average hiker takes between four to five hours to complete the entire trip.
Lion's Back Trail
1 mile
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Marmot Passage Trail
2.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Staunton Ranch Trail
3.1 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Old Mill Trail
0.9 miles
Hiking only
Bugling Elk Trail
1.1 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Border Line Trail
2.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Elk Falls Trail
12 miles
Dog friendly
The average hiker takes between four to five hours to complete the entire trip.
Lion's Back Trail
1 mile
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Marmot Passage Trail
2.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Staunton Ranch Trail
3.1 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Old Mill Trail
0.9 miles
Hiking only
Climbing Access Trail
0.9 miles
Hiking only
Mason Creek Trail
4.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Scout Line Trail
1.5 miles
Hiking only
Climbing Access Trail
0.9 miles
Hiking only
Mason Creek Trail
4.5 miles
Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
Scout Line Trail
1.5 miles
Hiking only
Special Events and Photography
Permits and Special Activity Agreements
A photography permit is required for all commercial photography.
A Special Activity Agreement permit may be required if you want to do an unusual activity or hold an organized group activity other than a standard picnic or camping trip.
Photography Permits
A photography permit is required for anyone paying to get their photos taken (such as for weddings, professional headshots, senior photos, etc.) at Staunton. Permits are $45 and are valid for three months spanning the first, second, third or fourth quarter of the year.
Commercial photographers and videographers also need a special activity agreement permit.
Special Activity Agreements
A special Activity Agreement permit may be required if you want to do an unusual activity or hold an organized group activity. For information on special activity agreements, please contact the park by email at [email protected]. We usually need at least three weeks' notice. The fee for each activity is determined by the park manager.
Past examples of events that required a special activity agreement permit include:
- running, swimming and biking events,
- weddings,
- school or other organized groups,
- fishing tournaments,
- group skills training,
- dog tracking,
- hot air balloon launches,
- professional photography,
- commercial video and more.