Mueller State Park
State Park in Divide, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office/Visitor Center: Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Service Animals
- Horses
- Leashed Dogs
Park Address:
21045 Highway 67 South
Divide, CO 80814
United States
Mueller State Park
State Park in Divide, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office/Visitor Center: Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Service Animals
- Horses
- Leashed Dogs
Park Address:
21045 Highway 67 South
Divide, CO 80814
United States
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Construction Closures: Pond Closed -
Dragonfly Pond will remain closed until the spring of 2025 due to low water levels following maintenance of the pond.
Two horseback riders on a trail
Park Highlight
Explore Trails
Mueller offers over 50 miles of trails with many opportunities to explore the beautiful foothills of the Rockies. Trails are accessible via foot, horseback or mountain bike. Trails vary from short, leisurely walks to challenging, full-day hikes.
35.25
miles of horse-friendly trails
38
miles of trails are open to mountain biking
44.3
miles of trails to explore the park’s natural and historical resources
44.3
miles of trails are open to hiking
Activities
Biking
Bikers must stay on designated trails. All trails are Pikes Peak decomposed granite with loose gravel in spots. Expect moderate to steep sections on trails; no easy bike trails.
Hiking
Pets are not allowed on trails.
Horseback Riding
Horses are not permitted on paved roads, in the campground or picnic areas. Mueller does not provide horses for rent.
Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing
All trails are open to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Trail Facilities
Facilities
Trailhead and parking areas are easily accessible from the main roads in the park. Park in designated areas only. Parking along the side of the roadway is prohibited. There will be no car access for the trailheads in the northern part of the park. These trails can be accessed by hiking the road from the camper services building or from lower trailheads.
An ample horse-trailer parking and unloading area is located off of Wapiti Road and is identified on the trails map. Mueller offers space to park 10–15 horse trailers and 2 equestrian campsites.
Featured Trails
Nature Hikes
The park offers three self-guided nature trails: The Children’s Dragonfly Trail at Dragonfly Pond; The Wapiti Trail at the Visitor Center; and the Northern Meadows Nature Trail that starts at Grouse Mountain Trailhead. Naturalist-led hikes and activities are offered year-round.
Trails
Dragonfly Children's Nature Trail
0.5 miles
Wheelchair accessible
Wapiti Self-Guided Nature Trail
0.8 miles round trip
Access point: Trailhead is located at the east end of the Visitor Center parking lot.
Dragonfly Children's Nature Trail
0.5 miles
Wheelchair accessible
Wapiti Self-Guided Nature Trail
0.8 miles round trip
Access point: Trailhead is located at the east end of the Visitor Center parking lot.
Grouse Mountain Overlook Trail
0.8 miles round-trip
Lost Pond Trail
0.8 miles round-trip
School Pond Trail
1.6 miles round-trip
Outlook Ridge Trail to Raven Ridge Overlook Trail
1.4 miles round-trip
Hiking boot
2.3 miles
Access point: Homestead Trail
Osborn Homestead Loop
3.2 miles round-trip
Travel back in time to one of the park's old homesteads. Built in the early 1900s by the Earl Osborn family, the homestead is a reminder of the harsh, severe life of the early settlers.
Grouse Mountain Overlook Trail
0.8 miles round-trip
Lost Pond Trail
0.8 miles round-trip
School Pond Trail
1.6 miles round-trip
Outlook Ridge Trail to Raven Ridge Overlook Trail
1.4 miles round-trip
Hiking boot
2.3 miles
Access point: Homestead Trail
Osborn Homestead Loop
3.2 miles round-trip
Travel back in time to one of the park's old homesteads. Built in the early 1900s by the Earl Osborn family, the homestead is a reminder of the harsh, severe life of the early settlers.
Trout
Trout
Know Before You Go
Mueller is home to elk, black bear, mountain lions, mule deer and plenty of birds. Please watch wildlife from a safe distance.
Crossing Paths with Wildlife
Mueller is in the heart of black bear country. Black bears are often seen in the park during the spring, summer and fall. Find out what to do if you cross paths with a bear on a trail.
Stay Safe on TrailsDogs
Dogs must be kept on a six-foot or shorter hand held leash. Please keep Mueller beautiful and pick up after your dog. Service dogs are permitted on trails, but please let park staff know ahead of time if you will be bringing a service dog.