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Colorado Springs
| Cheyenne Mountain Email Us Map It
Enjoy Cheyenne Mountain State Park year round! Connect with the outdoors while enjoying the sunny but cool days at the newest state park in Colorado. Enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, or biking on our 20 miles of trails. Explore amidst nature’s diversity with prairie-to-peak eco-systems. Stop by the visitor center for information, shopping, educational exhibits or to just relax by the stone fireplace. Cheyenne Mountain has numerous campsites: most are full hook-ups (with water, sewer and electricity). Cheyenne Mountain also hosts a junior ranger program and lots of educational and interpretive programs including children's activities, guided hikes, and wildlife interpretive programs. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Lake George
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Anglers and writers consistently tout Eleven Mile’s large reservoir for its outstanding fishing but there are also nearly five miles of scenic hiking and biking trails that await exploration. Ideal wind conditions make Eleven Mile a popular but not overly crowded destination for sailing, kayaking, motor boating, windsurfing and winter ice boating. With multiple campgrounds, there is a wide range of camping facilities at the park. The 11-Mile Marina has boat rentals available that include pontoon, V-Hull, and several canoes and kayaks. A fishing guide service is also available for hire. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Hasty
| John Martin State Park Email Us Map It
John Martin is a peaceful paradise in which people play, birds flock and wildlife roams. John Martin Reservoir provides uncrowded birding, fishing, hiking, boating, picnicking and spectacular conditions for a wide variety of wind water sports. The mild southeastern Colorado weather provides plenty of great days throughout the year. The campground has electrical hookups at each of the sites. The park supports a diverse community of wildlife including deer, coyote, rabbits, raccoons, squirrels, and prairie dogs. Bald eagles and golden eagles can also be seen during winter at John Martin. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Pueblo
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Lake Pueblo provides 4,500 surface acres of water, 60 miles of shoreline and almost 10,000 acres of land. Along with the sunny days and a mild climate, visitors quickly learn that one day is not enough. Water recreation includes sailing, motor-boating, waterskiing, river tubing and prime fishing. Land recreation includes hiking, biking, picnicking and diverse nature exploration. Miles of trails make it easy to discover the beauty of the shady Arkansas River. Lake Pueblo is one of the most popular camping destinations in Colorado. It has numerous electrical and non-electrical campsites spread throughout the park. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Walsenburg
| Lathrop Email Us Map It
Lathrop State Park is nestled in the shadow of the Spanish Peaks in Southern Colorado and offers two lakes for a variety of water recreation. Martin Lake offers water skiing, power and sail boating, and is also great for swimming. Horseshoe Lake is a peaceful haven for canoeists, kayakers, sailors and other boaters at wakeless speeds. Both are also great spots for fishing. Lathrop’s two campgrounds have numerous campsites that can accommodate motor homes, trailers and tents, and offer either a basic or improved camping experience. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Canon City
| Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Email Us
The theme park 3 million years in the making: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. Rides, shows, and attractions include world's longest single span aerial tram and steepest Incline Railway. The awesome Gorge and Bridge are Colorado's Grand Canyon and Eiffel Tower.
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Lake George
| Spinney Mountain Email Us Map It
For gold medal fishing, it’d be hard to find any better than Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Anglers of all ages can find shoreline or fly fishing, belly boating or trolling opportunities in a peaceful and scenic setting. This isolated retreat is ideal for visitors seeking beautiful views of the Collegiate Mountain Range or a little solitude from busy city life. Birders have plenty to see between the ducks, waders and birds of prey. Boating enthusiasts enjoy the 2,500 surface-acre reservoir with two boat ramps that are available, depending upon water levels. The park is open seasonally from about April to October. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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Trinidad
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The mild climate and large Trinidad Lake are ideal for water sports. Anglers catch a wide variety of fish while boaters appreciate the open waters and modern services. Miles of trails also wind through the ancient and spectacular scenery. There are two campgrounds at Trinidad Lake with numerous sites available for camping. They range from full hook-up RV sites, with shower and laundry facilities, to basic tent sites. Year round camping is available at many of the sites. Family friendly education programs are also offered regularly throughout the summer. (see less text) ... (see more text) |
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