Colorado Parks and Wildlife

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

Tarantula Hunt with Mile High Bug Club Profile Photo  Register Tarantula Hunt with Mile High Bug Club
  Sunday, 15 September 2024 |   05:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

They're here, and we're going to find them! Come join the Mile High Bug Club as we search for the biggest spider in the Pikes Peak Region, the Texas Brown Tarantula (Aphonopelma hentzi). These arachnids are commonly found further south and east...

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Lunar Eclipse Hike - 1 Mile Profile Photo  Register Lunar Eclipse Hike - 1 Mile
  Tuesday, 17 September 2024 |   07:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Advance registration and a State Park Pass is required. Come join us for an adventurous Full Moon night hike! This month during our hike the Moon will be passing through Earth’s shadow (a lunar eclipse). There will be a partial eclipse of the M...

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Lunar Eclipse Hike - 3 Mile Profile Photo  Register Lunar Eclipse Hike - 3 Mile
  Tuesday, 17 September 2024 |   06:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Advance registration and a State Park Pass is required. Come join us for an adventurous Full Moon night hike! This month during our hike the Moon will be passing through Earth’s shadow (a lunar eclipse). There will be a partial eclipse of the M...

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Wildlife Wonder Walk: Insect Investigation Profile Photo  Register Wildlife Wonder Walk: Insect Investigation
  Friday, 20 September 2024 |   10:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Join us as we walk into the world of insects! During this program we will hit the trail to look for all of the 6 legged critters scurrying around on the ground, in the bushes, in the trees, and everywhere in between! We will record our findings...

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Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Ascending and Descending Profile Photo  Register Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Ascending and Descending
  Saturday, 21 September 2024 |   09:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Saturday, September 21 Program: Beginner’s Level 2 Mountain Bike Lesson – Climbing and Descending Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: Limekiln Trailhead Details: Have you attended our Level 1 beginner’s course and are ready to add more fundament...

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Archery Class - 11:00am-12:30pm Profile Photo  Register Archery Class - 11:00am-12:30pm
  Saturday, 21 September 2024 |   11:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

This event will be held at the Cheyenne Mountain State Park archery range. This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release. Our goal is to give basic, beginner instruction to introduce particip...

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Sunrise Hike Profile Photo  Register Sunrise Hike
  Saturday, 21 September 2024 |   06:30 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Join us for a peaceful early morning hike up Talon where we will stop at the overlook to take in the views and watch the sunrise. Please plan to meet your guide(s) in the Limekiln parking lot by 6:30AM. Remember to bring water, sunscreen, snac...

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Tarantula Hunt with Mile High Bug Club Profile Photo  Register Tarantula Hunt with Mile High Bug Club
  Saturday, 21 September 2024 |   05:30 PM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

They're here, and we're going to find them! Come join the Mile High Bug Club as we search for the biggest spider in the Pikes Peak Region, the Texas Brown Tarantula (Aphonopelma hentzi). These arachnids are commonly found further south and east...

 more
Archery Class - 09:00-10:30am Profile Photo  Register Archery Class - 09:00-10:30am
  Saturday, 21 September 2024 |   09:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park |  Registration Required

Ages 8+ This event will be held at the Cheyenne Mountain State Park archery range. This lesson covers archery safety, range safety, bow basics, proper stance, aiming, and arrow release. Our goal is to give basic, beginner instruction to introdu...

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First Day of Fall Hike Profile Photo  Sign Up First Day of Fall Hike
  Sunday, 22 September 2024 |   08:00 AM | Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Join us for a hike to welcome Fall! We will be hiking along the Blackmer Loop (~3.5 miles) and enjoying the cooler weather while we take in the sights and sounds of fall. At the completion of the hike head down to the Visitor Center and enjoy some...

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