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Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

5 current opportunities
AHRA gets its unique features from the character of the Arkansas River, a wild to mild 150 mile long river that travels from the historic town of Leadville through Colorado’s tallest mountains all the... read more

Barr Lake State Park

9 current opportunities
Bicyclists of all ages and abilities, nature hikers and horseback riders enjoy the level 8.8-mile multi-use trail that circles Barr Lake, passing by several wildlife viewing stations and the park’s wi... read more

Bonny Lake State Park

Attracting over 12 million visitors per year, Colorado’s 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone in Colorado's economy and quality of life.The mission of Colorado State Parks is to be leaders in provid... read more

Boyd Lake State Park

2 current opportunities
Boyd Lake State Park, within an hour’s drive of Denver and Fort Collins, has something for all types of water recreationists in every season: boating, fishing and swimming in the summer and ice fishin... read more

Castlewood Canyon State Park

3 current opportunities
Castlewood Canyon’s enchanting scenery gives hikers a taste of dramatic Colorado canyon country and the meandering Cherry Creek, hidden within the Black Forest. Because the park sits between prairie a... read more

Chatfield State Park

Float your boat in the lake, bicycle or hike on a trail that provides scenic views of the neighboring foothills and Platte River valley, camp, ride a horse and even fly a model airplane - all at Chatf... read more

Cherry Creek State Park

1 current opportunity
Welcome to Denver’s natural and spacious backyard playground. Anchored around a 880 surface acre reservoir, the park offers a natural prairie environment of gentle, rolling hills and a full range of o... read more

Cheyenne Mountain State Park

1 current opportunity
One of the crown jewels in Colorado’s extensive state park system, Colorado’s newest state park is situated in the landscape that inspired the anthem, “America the Beautiful.” Enter this park and marv... read more

Colorado Natural Areas Program

1 current opportunity
The Colorado Natural Area Program (CNAP) is a statewide program within Colorado State Parks that was created by an act of the Colorado legislature in 1977. CNAP is the only governmental agency in Col... read more

Colorado State Parks

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The mission of Colorado State Parks is to be leaders in providing outdoor recreation through the stewardship of Colorado’s natural resources for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of present and... read more

Colorado State Parks Natural Resources

1 current opportunity

Colorado State Parks Statewide Programs

4 current opportunities
The mission of Colorado State Parks is to be leaders in providing outdoor recreation through the stewardship of Colorado’s natural resources for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of present and... read more

Colorado State Parks-Trails Program

1 current opportunity
The mission of the State Trails Program is to be the major facilitator in accomplishing our vision through promoting understand and stewardship of Colorado’s outdoors by providing opportunities for th... read more

Crawford State Park

4 current opportunities
Crawford exhibits the classic features of the western slope - rugged beauty and outstanding views of geologic features like Needle Rock, surrounded by mountain valleys and expansive ranch lands. It’s ... read more

Eldorado Canyon State Park

2 current opportunities
Eldorado Canyon offers over 500 technical rock climbing routes luring climbers from around the world to challenge their skills on “Eldo’s” sheer, golden cliffs. The beauty of this canyon also engages ... read more

Eleven Mile State Park

5 current opportunities
Anglers and writers consistently tout Eleven Mile for its outstanding fishing, and ideal wind conditions make the park a popular destination for sailing, windsurfing and winter ice boating on this wid... read more

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

1 current opportunity
More than 12,000 acres of dense forest, rocky peaks, and aspen-rimmed meadows laced with miles of trails await the hiker, horseback rider, mountain biker and winter sports enthusiast at Golden Gate Ca... read more

Harvey Gap State Park

Harvey Gap State Park is a favorite spot for anglers in both winter and summer. If you’re looking for the perfect spot for a one-day outing, this is the park for you. The lake sits at an elevation of ... read more

Highline Lake State Park

3 current opportunities
Western Colorado's Oasis in the Desert! Highline Lake is the center of all the watersports action, while Mack Mesa Lake is quieter, allowing only hand-or electric-powered boats. Both lakes have grea... read more

Jackson Lake State Park

Jackson Lake is ranked one of the "Top 15 Park Beaches" by Reserve America. This park is an "Oasis in the Plains," for swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing. Birders and hunters flock here becaus... read more

James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park

The Colorado River State Park was renamed in 2005 to honor a visionary. A civic leader, former parks board member and chair, elected representative Mr. Robb was instrumental in creating this “string o... read more

John Martin Reservoir State Park

2 current opportunities
Located along the Santa Fe Trail in the Lower Arkansas River Valley, this “sapphire on the plains” is for people to play, birds to flock and wildlife to roam. The park is one of the premier birding lo... read more

Lake Pueblo State Park

4 current opportunities
After tumbling as whitewater, the Arkansas River takes a breather at Lake Pueblo, creating an oasis in southern Colorado where cottonwood groves host a variety of wildlife along the shoreline. The par... read more

Lathrop State Park

1 current opportunity
Colorado’s first state park, Lathrop State Park boasts two lakes and provides 1,594 acres of recreational enjoyment nestled in the shadow of the Spanish Peaks in Southern Colorado. Lathrop State Park ... read more

Lone Mesa State Park

1 current opportunity
Lone Mesa State Park encompasses 11,760 acres of incredibly scenic land, ranging in elevation from about 7,200 feet to just over 9,000 feet. The park is closed to the public while development and mana... read more

Lory State Park

5 current opportunities
With easy access from Fort Collins and trails galore, Lory is the perfect place to explore Front Range ecology on foot, mountain bike or horseback, amid the scenic red rocks and sage of the Front Rang... read more

Mancos State Park

1 current opportunity
Mancos State Park in Southwestern Colorado is a haven for year round recreation. Its dramatic scenery makes this a special place no matter what the season. In the spring, summer and fall, canoeists, k... read more

Mueller State Park

6 current opportunities
Hike a trail to a flower-strewn meadow or a historic homestead ruin. Mueller’s stunning beauty, with over 50 miles of trails, lets you explore nature at your own pace while viewing picturesque Pike’s ... read more

Navajo State Park

Often compared to Lake Powell for its stunning scenery, Navajo’s lake covers over 15,000 acres when full and extends more than 35 miles, into New Mexico. Because of Navajo Reservoir’s location in extr... read more

North Sterling State Park

3 current opportunities
Majestic bluffs and expansive views of the high plains make for great days and nights at North Sterling. Tucked away in the eastern grasslands, the park provides a welcome resting spot for migrating ... read more

Paonia State Park

1 current opportunity
Paonia State Park is located in the shadow of Colorado's majestic Ragged Mountains. The park sits at an elevation of 6,500 ft.; The lake is 334 surface acres; Plunge deep into nature at this narrow... read more

Pearl Lake State Park

True to its name, Pearl Lake is a gem of a park, quiet and restful. It’s the perfect place to watch sandhill cranes from your canoe, with a pristine setting that inspires photographic and artistic exc... read more

Ridgway State Park

6 current opportunities
Spectacular mountain scenery mingles with state-of-the art facilities at Ridgway State Park. Thirty miles north of the park, the awe-inspiring Black Canyon of the Gunnison has carved out a deep, narro... read more

Rifle Falls State Park

Rifle Falls State Park's lush vegetation, year-round waterfalls, and limestone cliffs have attracted photographers and movie crews from around the country that come to capture the area's unique scener... read more

Rifle Gap State Park

2 current opportunities
The clean, clear waters of Rifle Gap State Park’s 350-acre reservoir provide one of the best settings for water-related activities in Colorado. The long, narrow reservoir is inviting to water-skiers, ... read more

Roxborough State Park

Roxborough is a Colorado Natural Area and a National Natural Landmark for good reason. The 3,339-acre park is filled with dramatic red-rock formations, distinct plant communities, and a host of wildli... read more

San Luis State Park

In the shadow of the Great Sand Dunes National Park is San Luis State Park and Wildlife Area. Waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds and raptors fill the sky over this unique desert ecosystem, making San Lu... read more

Spinney Mountain State Park

One of Colorado’s best kept secrets, this isolated retreat is ideal for visitors seeking beautiful views of the Collegiate Mountain Range or just a little solitude. Birders have plenty to see. When th... read more

St. Vrain State Park

4 current opportunities
Cattails frame the ponds, egrets stand tall, birds flock to the tall trees and toads sing for campers, picnickers and anglers. Formerly named Barbour Ponds, this nature and people-friendly park offers... read more

Stagecoach State Park

7 current opportunities
Stagecoach sets the stage for great recreation in the lush Yampa Valley. Vistas and views are backdrops to the 780-acre reservoir providing renowned lake and river fishing. This area also boasts a ric... read more

State Forest State Park

8 current opportunities
Stretching along the west side of the Medicine Bow Mountains into the north end of the Never Summer Range, this park is the ultimate in rugged Colorado. Visitors can enjoy 71,000 acres of forest, jagg... read more

Staunton State Park

1 current opportunity
Organizations with similar goals and an understanding of the vision and direction laid out in the Staunton State Park Master Plan will have a unique opportunity to partner with the Park. For more info... read more

Steamboat Lake State Park

3 current opportunities
The scenery could be on a picture postcard! Majestic peaks, lush green valleys and colorful wildflowers are a photographer’s dream. Steamboat Lake State Park refreshes in summer, invigorates in winter... read more

Sweitzer Lake State Park

1 current opportunity
Sweitzer started out as a community dream. The park was the vision and legacy of Morgan Sweitzer. The farmer and fruit grower donated a portion of the park’s land to the state to develop a recreation ... read more

Sylvan Lake State Park

2 current opportunities
Among aspen glades and high-mountain timber, Sylvan Lake provides serenity in an alpine park perfect for daydreaming. Non-motorized boating and non-electrical camping offer the opportunity for quiet r... read more

Trinidad Lake State Park

Located into the southern Colorado foothills along the scenic Highway of Legends, Trinidad’s desert climate makes it a popular spot to enjoy year- round hiking, fishing, boating and camping. Miles of ... read more

Vega State Park

At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Vega State Park’s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful sub-alpine meadow on the western edge of Grand Mesa National Forest in Western Colorado. Enjoy year-round wildli... read more

Yampa River State Park

Yampa River State Park is really three parks in one, extending along the beautiful Yampa valley west of Steamboat Springs. The Headquarters on the Yampa River near Hayden, Colorado, provides excellent... read more
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