Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park, one of Colorado’s most spectacular state parks, showcases more than 12,000 acres of dense forest, rocky peaks, abundant wildlife, and aspen-rimmed meadows nestled between the Front Range foothills and Continental Divide. Visit cpw.state.co.us or call 303-582-3707 for complete details.

Thirty five miles of intertwining hiking, horse and biking trails offer opportunities and challenges for everyone and allow for personalized routes through aspen forests, wildflowers, grasslands and dense forests. The 12 trails are named for a native animal and are marked with its footprint. Some trails are for hikers only, while others are for multiple use including hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Trailheads with parking areas are accessible from the main roads in the park. Be courteous of all trail users. Dogs are welcome on all trails and campgrounds if on a six-foot or shorter leash at all times and waste is disposed of properly. All trails are open for hiking year-round, unless otherwise posted. Horseback and mountain bike riders can utilize trails designated for multiple use (about 19 miles). Nott Creek, Kriley Overlook and the entrance to Aspen Meadow Campground offer parking for horse trailers. For more information on trails, visit cpw.state.co.us/ placestogo/parks/GoldenGateCanyon/Pages/Trails.aspx. Rock climbing, children’s activities, educational opportunities, wildlife viewing, two campgrounds with electric hook-ups and tent-sites, stocked fishing ponds, picnic sites and Panorama Point

— with a view of 100-miles of the Continental Divide — are available in addition to the many outdoor recreation opportunities. Overnight guests can stay in campgrounds or at one of five cabins, two yurts or guest houses. All park campsites, except backcountry sites, are reservation only. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance by calling 800-244-5613 or visiting cpwshop.com. Be aware, there is limited to no cell or internet service in the park. Find details about all park activities at the park Visitor Center, 92 Crawford Gulch Road (MM 12.4 Hwy. 119 5.1 miles down CO. Hwy. 46 / Golden Gate Canyon Road). It is open daily, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Visitors Center features displays and exhibits describing the wildlife and plants of the area; a topographical model of the park; a store with books, maps, shirts, posters and more; and the ADA accessible Wilbur & Nellie Larkin Memorial Nature Trail. All visitors entering the park are required to display a current Colorado State Parks Pass on their windshield. Daily and annual passes valid at any Colorado State Park, are available. Admission is $10 per day vehicle pass or $80 for an annual pass. Additional fees apply in campgrounds. GOLDEN GATE CANYON STATE PARK

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