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Plan your next Colorado adventure!
Camping reservations can be made year-round and a maximum of six months before your arrival date.
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State Forest State Park
State Forest State Park
Plan your next Colorado adventure!
Camping reservations can be made year-round and a maximum of six months before your arrival date.
Reserve your campsite today!
Conservation Spotlight
Bringing Wolverines to Colorado
The North American wolverine (Gulo gulo luscus) was part of Colorado’s native fauna until it was extirpated during the early 1900s. Now CPW is restoring the species back to the state. The restoration of wolverines to Colorado was authorized by a bipartisan list of supporters in the 2024 Colorado State Legislature through the passage of Senate Bill 24-171.
Wolverine Restoration Plan
Learn more about Senate Bill 24-171
Firearms Safety Program
Specified Semiautomatic Firearms
Senate Bill 25-003 (SB003), signed on April 10, 2025, (goes into effect August 1, 2026) prohibits the purchase or transfer of specified semiautomatic firearms (SSF) unless the person completes the appropriate firearms safety course.
Learn more about the Firearms Safety Program
Video: 2025 Colorado Outdoors Magazine Photo Issue
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Colorado Outdoors Magazine Photography Issue
Check out the video preview of the 2025 Photo Issue of
Colorado Outdoors Magazine
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The 2025 Colorado Outdoors Photo Issue is here and brimming with stunning photos of Colorado's diverse wildlife, landscapes and recreation. Get your copy today!
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Video: Anglers like me? We’re a pain in the ANS.
Protect our Waters
Be a pain in the ANS!
Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) are a growing threat to our state's incredible water resources. Help protect the waters we love by cleaning, draining and drying your gear between each and every use. When you go fishing, there’s more than just a big one on the line. The future of Colorado’s water is in our hands (and on our boots).
Be a pain in the ANS and stop aquatic invaders in their tracks!
Help stop ANS!
State Wildlife Action Plan
The State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) is an expansive resource on the status of some wildlife populations in Colorado, with an emphasis on individual species and their habitats. The insights found in the SWAP will help CPW forge new partnerships, strengthen old ones and inform policy, keeping Colorado a hotbed of biodiversity.
Learn more about the plan
New Season
Colorado Outdoors Podcast Episode 3.2: Corners for Conservation
Deep into Colorado’s pheasant season, C4C properties provide healthy winter habitat and welcome the next generation of hunters
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2025 Protect Wild Bison Act (SB25-053)
Parks and Wildlife Commission approves dual classification for bison
At its November meeting in Sterling, Colo., the Parks and Wildlife Commission unanimously approved regulations giving bison a dual legal classification as both livestock and wildlife in Colorado, following the direction of the
2025 Protect Wild Bison Act (Senate Bill 25-053)
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Proposed CPW regulations are designed to implement SB25-053. CPW is not proposing regular bison hunting seasons at this time.
Bison Roster information
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Featured Resource
Wolf-Livestock Conflict Minimization Program Guide
The Wolf-Livestock Conflict Minimization Program Guide provides information on a variety of tools and methods available for livestock producers to employ in efforts to reduce the likelihood of wolf-livestock conflicts and establishes a framework for CPW’s response, along with available support from other state, federal and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).
Download the Guide
Video: Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy
Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy
Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy, one of the first of its kind in the United States, is the state's conservation, outdoor recreation and climate resilience strategy. It advances coordination, tools and funding to align, prioritize and implement strategic actions on the landscape for conservation, outdoor recreation and climate resilience.
Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy
News Release
Find the Perfect Park and Get Outside
Wherever you go in Colorado, there’s a state park waiting to welcome you. Colorado’s state parks are as diverse as the state itself, and they offer something for everyone. From Eastern Plains parks at 3,800 feet to high-mountain parks at 9,500, the network of state parks offers a wealth of activities for busy people of all ages, or the chance to do nothing at all.
Park Finder
Ridgway State Park
Ridgway State Park
Find the Perfect Park and Get Outside
Wherever you go in Colorado, there’s a state park waiting to welcome you. Colorado’s state parks are as diverse as the state itself, and they offer something for everyone. From Eastern Plains parks at 3,800 feet to high-mountain parks at 9,500, the network of state parks offers a wealth of activities for busy people of all ages, or the chance to do nothing at all.
Park Finder
Plan your next adventure
Camping and Lodging
Colorado's state parks manage more than 4,000 campsites throughout the state. Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins or yurts and allow you to explore and discover Colorado’s diverse landscapes and attractions.
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Featured Issue
Colorado Outdoors Magazine
2026 Annual State Parks Issue

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The annual state park issue is full of recreation ideas: Bird watch at Barr Lake, go into the backcountry at State Forest, experience whitewater thrills at Arkansas Headwater.
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You can play on land or on water. On a high peak or on the prairie. In the country or the city. In spring, summer, winter or fall.​
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Leftover (Remaining) and Reissued Licenses
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Upcoming Events
Apr
23
Toddler Story Time
Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 23, 2026 · 11:00am
Barr Lake State Park
Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...
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Apr
23
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Toddler Story Time
Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 23, 2026 · 11:00am
Barr Lake State Park
Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...
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Apr
25
Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Climbing and Descending
Apr 25, 2026 · 9:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 1:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Beginner riders will add to their skill set and learn the basics of climbing and descending on a mountain bike.
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Apr
25
Registration Required:
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Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Climbing and Descending
Apr 25, 2026 · 9:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 1:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Beginner riders will add to their skill set and learn the basics of climbing and descending on a mountain bike.
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Apr
25
Spring Dog Off-Leash Area Clean Up
Apr 25, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 12:00pm
Chatfield State Park
Come out to our annual Spring DOLA clean-up event!
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Apr
25
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Spring Dog Off-Leash Area Clean Up
Apr 25, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 12:00pm
Chatfield State Park
Come out to our annual Spring DOLA clean-up event!
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Apr
23
Toddler Story Time
Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 23, 2026 · 11:00am
Barr Lake State Park
Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...
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Apr
23
Registration Required:
Event participants must register
Toddler Story Time
Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 23, 2026 · 11:00am
Barr Lake State Park
Join us at Barr Lake's Nature Center for a story time program, including a craft, activity, and a snack! Each month will feature...
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Apr
25
Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Climbing and Descending
Apr 25, 2026 · 9:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 1:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Beginner riders will add to their skill set and learn the basics of climbing and descending on a mountain bike.
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Apr
25
Registration Required:
Event participants must register
Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Climbing and Descending
Apr 25, 2026 · 9:00am
-
Apr 25, 2026 · 1:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Beginner riders will add to their skill set and learn the basics of climbing and descending on a mountain bike.
View & Register
Apr
25
Spring Dog Off-Leash Area Clean Up
Apr 25, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 12:00pm
Chatfield State Park
Come out to our annual Spring DOLA clean-up event!
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Apr
25
Registration Required:
Event participants must register
Spring Dog Off-Leash Area Clean Up
Apr 25, 2026 · 10:00am
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Apr 25, 2026 · 12:00pm
Chatfield State Park
Come out to our annual Spring DOLA clean-up event!
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Get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration to create sweet memories. The pass gives you entry to all state parks and supports wildlife conservation.
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