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.
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-$15
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
Park Address:
21045 Highway 67 South
Divide, CO 80814
United States
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-$15
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
Park Address:
21045 Highway 67 South
Divide, CO 80814
United States
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Stage 2 Fire Ban -
Campfires are PROHIBITED. Gas fire pits are allowed. Outdoor cooking allowed in developed campsites, picnic areas and can only use grills and stoves fueled by propane, natural gas, or liquid fuel.
Two horseback riders on a trail
Park Highlight
Mueller offers 44 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
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.
Pets are not allowed on trails.
Horses are not permitted on paved roads, in the campground or picnic areas. Mueller does not provide horses for rent.
All trails are open to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Trail 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.
Located on trail 17 near Cheesman Ranch.
Facilities include:
Equine Rest Stop - Hand pump for watering horses
Equine Rest Stop - Mule and Horse tied to Hitching Post
Equine Rest Stop - Corral 1
Equine Rest Stop - Corral 2
Equine Rest Stop - Picnic table with corrals in background
Equine Rest Stop - Manure Trailer
Equine Rest Stop - Sign, hitching post and corral
Featured Trails
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.
Hiking, Biking and Horseback Riding
Over 44 miles of trails invite visitors to explore the park’s natural and historical resources. Trails vary from short, leisurely walks to challenging, full-day hikes. Most trails are open to hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians with a few ecologically fragile areas restricted to hikers only. Horse- trailer parking and unloading area is provided. Winter cross country skiing and snowshoeing can be enjoyed on a variety of terrain. There are 37 trails in the park. Each trail is named and numbered. Trail users should use established and marked trails. Trailhead and parking areas are easily accessible from the main roads in the park. Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center and park entrance.
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.
There are no closures at this time.
0.5 miles
Wheelchair accessible
0.8 miles round trip
Access point: Trailhead is located at the east end of the Visitor Center parking lot.
0.5 miles
Wheelchair accessible
0.8 miles round trip
Access point: Trailhead is located at the east end of the Visitor Center parking lot.
0.8 miles round-trip
0.8 miles round-trip
1.6 miles round-trip
1.4 miles round-trip
2.3 miles
Access point: Homestead Trail
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.
0.8 miles round-trip
0.8 miles round-trip
1.6 miles round-trip
1.4 miles round-trip
2.3 miles
Access point: Homestead Trail
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.
2.75 miles round trip
2.75 miles round trip
Mueller is home to elk, black bear, mountain lions, mule deer and plenty of birds. Please watch wildlife from a safe distance.
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 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.
