COLORADO STATE PARKS
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Colorado State Parks attract over 11 million visitors annually. That's because they are a great place to "get away from it all" and enjoy the beauty and quietude of the Colorado wilderness.
Out of the 42 Colorado State Parks, several are in close proximity to Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region.
These state parks offer endless opportunities for outdoor activities, as well as an excellent chance to see some wildlife--from wild turkeys to black bear to elk, you'll likely run across some sort of creature.
So read on, pick a park, and enjoy Colorado!
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
This state park is right on the southeast edge of town, nestled up against Cheyenne Mountain. Offers 20 miles of hiking/biking trails, a visitor’s center, and 1600 acres for playing, picnics, and geo-caching.One of the newest state parks in Colorado, Cheyenne Mountain is opening in stages over the next few years, with camping and group picnic areas coming soon.
Fees: $6/vehicle Daily Pass
Directions: From I-25 in Colorado Springs, take exit 135 to South Academy. Take Academy west to Hwy 115. Turn (left) south on Hwy 115. The park is directly across from Ft. Carson.
Contact: 719-576-2016
Mueller State Park
Only a thirty-five minute drive west, Mueller State Park offers 50 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding.Home to elk, black bear, mule deer, and hawks. Wildflowers in the summer, elk bugling in the fall.
Mueller has a visitor's center and lookout area with views of several mountain ranges.
Colorado State Parks - Mueller State Park
Offers 132 campsites, walk-in tent sites, RV sites. Also offers cabin rentals $120-$240/night.
Fees: $6/vehicle Daily Pass
Camping Fees: RV/electrical $18/night, Walk-in Tent $14/night
Directions: From Colorado Springs, take US 24 west twenty-five miles to Divide. Turn south on Highway 67, go 3.5 miles to park entrance. 21045 Highway 67 South. Divide, CO 80814.
Contact: 719-687-2366
Eleven Mile State Park
Also known as Colorado Springs “best kept secret,” Eleven Mile State Park is home to a 3400-acre reservoir, making it a haven for anglers and boaters of all kinds.Fishing, windsurfing, sailing, and winter ice boating are all popular activities. Also offers opportunities for camping, hiking, and bird watching.
Colorado State Parks - Eleven Mile State Park
Fees: $6/vehicle Daily Pass
Camping Fees: Electric campsite $18/night, Nonelectric campsite $14/night
Directions: From Colorado Springs, take US 24 west 38 miles west to one mile west of the town of Lake George. Turn left (south) on County Road 90 and drive six miles to County Road 92. Continue south on 92 for five miles to the park entrance.
Contact: 719-748-3401
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