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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

Fall Hike Profile Photo  Sign Up Fall Hike
  Wednesday, 04 November 2026 |   10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

The 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 ...

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Backpacking Basics Profile Photo  Sign Up Backpacking Basics
  Friday, 06 November 2026 |   02:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Backpacking basics is a class designed to introduce beginners to backpacking. In this short class we will discuss gear, locations, leave no trace principles and planning for a trip. Join us at the Cheyenne Mountain State Park visitor center to beg...

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Geology in Ecosystem Profile Photo  Sign Up Geology in Ecosystem
  Saturday, 07 November 2026 |   10:00 AM

The Geology in the Ecosystems hike is an easy three mile hike. This will explore the geology of the park and its impact on vegetation, wildlife, and humans. The hike starts at the Prairie Falcon Amphitheater and goes from Boulder Run to Blackmer L...

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Meadow Nature Walk Profile Photo  Sign Up Meadow Nature Walk
  Sunday, 08 November 2026 |   10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

The 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...

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Creature Feature Profile Photo  Register Creature Feature
  Sunday, 08 November 2026 |   01:00 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Creature features is a program aimed at teaching kids about Colorado’s wildlife. Each Creature Feature focuses on one Native Animal. Participants will have an opportunity to learn more about the biology, habitat and lifestyle of select animals. A ...

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ROCKS Profile Photo  Sign Up ROCKS
  Saturday, 14 November 2026 |   10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Our Geologic History hike is an intermediate five mile hike. exploring the geologic history of Cheyenne Mountain State Park. We will discuss the processes that form fossils, rock formations, and how that informs our understanding of what our park ...

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Meadow Nature Walk Profile Photo  Sign Up Meadow Nature Walk
  Sunday, 15 November 2026 |   10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

The 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...

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Sunset Hike Profile Photo  Register Sunset Hike
  Wednesday, 18 November 2026 |   04:00 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Join us for our sunset hikes, a series of guided hikes in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. The goal of which is to watch the sunset and view wildlife. In the Rocky Mountains, many animals are crepuscular, meaning most active at dawn and dusk. Hiking ...

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Birding Walk Profile Photo  Sign Up Birding Walk
  Saturday, 21 November 2026 |   02:00 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join the birding walk, a free public program guided by a local expert in birds. Learn to identify some of the front range's native birds in this early winter program. This walk takes place in a less traversed region of the park during a time when ...

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Handmade Journals Craft Profile Photo  Sign Up Handmade Journals Craft
  Saturday, 21 November 2026 |   09:15 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us for this free craft where an expert local artist will teach how to hand sew and bind a journal. These handmade journals are perfect for sketch books and diaries. Materials and instruction are provided, spots are limited so registration is ...

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