Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Cheyenne Mountain State Park
Welcome to the Cheyenne Mountain State Park Department!
Enjoy Cheyenne Mountain State Park year round! Renew your spirit and connect with the outdoors while enjoying the sunny but cool days. Enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, or biking on our 28 plus miles of trails waiting just for you.
“The Trail’s End” Visitor Center
- park passes, camper check-in, license, and registrations
- educational exhibits, souvenirs, snacks, ice, and firewood
Explore nature’s diversity with prairie-to-peak ecosystems
- 28 miles of trails for hiking, biking, with designated trails for equestrian and dog users. The only trails open for dogs use are Raccoon Ridge, Acorn Alley, Bobcat Way, and the designated portion of Soaring Kestrel.
- Limekiln Trailhead offers parking, restroom facilities, picnic tables, and a playground
- 41 day-use, handicap accessible, picnic areas are scattered throughout the park, each with its own table and grill
The campground is open year round*
- 51 full service campsites
- 10 basic walk-in tent sites
- *mid-April to mid-October, the Camper Services building offers coin operated showers, laundry, a playground and activity room
The Archery Range is located one exit further South at Hwy 115 and Pine Oaks Road
- covered shooting line with targets at 10 to 80 yards
- limited draw-weight range for 35 lbs or less
- 28 Field targets with 3D animals along a walking trail ($3 individual permit is required for Field Range access)
Engaging education programs all year long!
- guided wildflower walks, family mystery hikes, animal education, and campfire talks
- Junior Ranger programs
- go at your own pace trail challenge and geo-caching opportunities
- weekly yoga and more
Upcoming Activities Calendar
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Fall Hike
Wednesday, 07 October 2026 | 10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkThe Fall Hike is a medium distance guided walk intended to showcase Cheyenne Mountain State Park's fall foliage. Participants will explore the science behind seasonal changes and learn to more carefully appreciate the beauty of the fall. The hike ... more |
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Bearwise Talk
Friday, 09 October 2026 | 06:00 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkJoin volunteer naturalist, Ranger Rick, at the Prairie Falcon Amphitheater to discuss black bears, their nature, and how to ensure safety for them and us! This program will last an hour and is recommended for all ages. Audience: All Ages Pet... more |
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Fall Hike
Friday, 09 October 2026 | 10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkThe Fall Hike is a medium distance guided walk intended to showcase Cheyenne Mountain State Park's fall foliage. Participants will explore the science behind seasonal changes and learn to more carefully appreciate the beauty of the fall. The hike ... more |
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Outdoor Painting
Saturday, 10 October 2026 | 09:15 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkCombine art and nature in this free outdoor activity. Join our expert instructor at the Prairie Skipper Pavillion to learn about painting techniques and the natural world. Don’t miss out, spots are limited for this, so registration is required. Al... more |
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Beginner’s Level 1 Mountain Bike Lesson - Fundamentals
Saturday, 10 October 2026 | 09:30 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park | Registration RequiredHave a mountain bike but not really sure how to ride it? Mountain biking is more than just riding a bike and understanding the basic skills of mountain biking will not only make you safer on the bike, but will boost your confidence and make riding... more |
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Meadow Nature Walk
Sunday, 11 October 2026 | 10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkThe meadow nature walk is a relatively short guided nature walk through some of our park’s pristine natural environments. Learn about the ecology of meadows and open spaces. Reservations are available on CPW connect, but walk-ins are allowed. No f... more |
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Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Slow Riding, Cornering, and Obstacle Avoidance
Saturday, 17 October 2026 | 09:30 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park | Registration RequiredHave you attended our Level 1 beginner’s course and are ready to add more fundamental skills? If so, join our BICP certified mountain bike instructor, Ranger Rick, at the Limekiln trailhead to learn the basics of slow riding, obstacle avoidance, a... more |
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Plant Identification (Trees and Shrubs)
Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | 04:00 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkJoin our introductory plant identification course and begin learning Colorado Native Plants. Trees and Shrubs edition is focused on the vegetation that is present and easily identifiable year round. This brief course will focus on identification, ... more |
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Hunter's Moon Night Hike
Friday, 23 October 2026 | 06:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkJoin us for our 3 mile Hunter’s Moon Night Hike where we will navigate Cheyenne Mountain State Park trails by the light of the moon. During the hike, our volunteer naturalist, Ranger Rick, will make stops during the hike to discuss our park's hist... more |
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Fall Hike
Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State ParkThe Fall Hike is a medium distance guided walk intended to showcase Cheyenne Mountain State Park's fall foliage. Participants will explore the science behind seasonal changes and learn to more carefully appreciate the beauty of the fall. The hike ... more |
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Accepting Applications for the following Volunteer Types:
- Cheyenne Mountain Campground Host Application
- Cheyenne Mountain General Volunteer Application
- Cheyenne Mtn Fuel Mitigation (Timber Tigers)
- Cheyenne Mtn Trail Maintenance (Trail Dogs)
- Terrain Hopper Trail Ambassador
Become a Volunteer Today!
You can make a difference by becoming a Colorado Parks and Wildlife volunteer. By becoming a volunteer you can learn new skills, meet new people, and visit new landscapes. Outdoor stewardship will become a new and rewarding aspect of your life. Have fun and give something back at the same time!
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