Castlewood Canyon State Park
State Park in Franktown, CO
Hours:
Park: Sunrise to Sunset.
Office: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
2989 South State Highway 83
Franktown, CO 80116
United States
Castlewood Canyon State Park
State Park in Franktown, CO
Hours:
Park: Sunrise to Sunset.
Office: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
2989 South State Highway 83
Franktown, CO 80116
United States
A group of adults and children go on a hike.
Activities and Trails
What to Do at Castlewood Canyon
Castlewood Canyon offers hiking trails along Cherry Creek for different skill levels. Scenic spots like the natural amphitheater and Bridge Canyon Overlook gazebo make picturesque places for weddings and outdoor events. Climbing enthusiasts can enjoy walls up to 60 feet high, and history buffs can explore the Castlewood Dam ruins.
- Birding
- Education Programs
- Hiking
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Rock Climbing
- Wildlife Viewing
Best of Castlewood Canyon
Trails
The park's main attraction is its trails. Nature enthusiasts and groups can explore diverse environments on hiking trails. These trails are easy to moderate, and vary in length from half a mile to four miles. You can combine them for longer hikes if you'd like.
Picnicking
More than 30 family picnic sites are available throughout the park on a first-come, first-served basis. Group picnic areas are available by reservation only.
Birding
During the summer months, Castlewood Canyon is home to one of the largest turkey vulture populations in the state.
Photography
With its unique rock formations and abundance of wildlife, Castlewood Canyon is a great park for photographers!
Upcoming Events
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Find a Trail
Canyon View Nature Trail
1.2 miles, paved
Hiking only
ADA accessible
Dog friendly
Homestead Trail
0.35 miles, nonpaved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Canyon View Nature Trail
1.2 miles, paved
Hiking only
ADA accessible
Dog friendly
Homestead Trail
0.35 miles, nonpaved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
The Dam Trail
0.35 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Rimrock Trail
2.14 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
East Canyon Preservation Trail
4 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Closed from November 1–May 1
Inner Canyon Trail
1.16 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Lake Gulch Trail
0.8 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Inner Canyon/Lake Gulch Loop
1.96 mile, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Cherry Creek Trail
0.24 mile, paved
1 mile, non-paved
The Dam Trail
0.35 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Rimrock Trail
2.14 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
East Canyon Preservation Trail
4 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Closed from November 1–May 1
Inner Canyon Trail
1.16 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Lake Gulch Trail
0.8 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Inner Canyon/Lake Gulch Loop
1.96 mile, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Cherry Creek Trail
0.24 mile, paved
1 mile, non-paved
Climbers Trail
0.14 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Cliff Base Trail
0.18 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Cave Trail
0.14 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Climber’s/Cave/Cliff Base Loop
0.46 miles, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Creek Bottom Trail
1.7 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Climbers Trail
0.14 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Cliff Base Trail
0.18 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Cave Trail
0.14 mile, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Good climbing access
Climber’s/Cave/Cliff Base Loop
0.46 miles, paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Creek Bottom Trail
1.7 miles, non-paved
Hiking only
Dog friendly
Feature Activity
Rock Climbing
Walls up to 60 feet and canyon-face climbing are available for all skill levels. Please be aware of seasonal closures to protect raptors nesting on cliff walls.
- Shakespearean Theater is restricted March, April and May
- Mind Meld is restricted March, April and May
- Porky’s Wall is restricted March, April, May, June and July
- Vulture Wall is restricted March, April, May, June and July
- Morning Sun Wall is restricted March, April, May, June, July and August