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Welcome to the Eldorado Canyon State Park Department!

Eldorado Canyon is a hidden treasure right in Boulder’s backyard!  Whether it’s hiking amidst the towering sandstone cliffs, picnicking along scenic South Boulder Creek or climbing Eldo's sheer golden walls, Eldorado Canyon State Park truly has something for everyone!  Discover this hidden jewel and take home memories that will last a lifetime.

Eldorado Canyon State Park selected as one of Ten State Parks You Can't Miss by SmarterTravel.com 

Eldorado Canyon offers over five hundred technical rock climbing routes luring climbers from around the world to challenge their skills on “Eldo’s” golden cliffs. The beauty of this canyon engages all who visit.  Hike or mountain bike our picturesque trails that vary from easy to difficult and connect with Boulder's trail systems. Enjoy a picnic by, or fish in, scenic South Boulder Creek. In the winter, Eldorado Canyon offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

The quiet beauty of the park can be experienced best in the cooler months, and during summer weekdays. Please avoid the summer weekend crowds! Eldorado Canyon almost always reaches vehicle capacity on weekends and holidays from May through September, i.e. after filling the Park, vehicles are only admitted when space becomes available.

Upcoming Activities   Calendar

Little Critters: Teddy Bear Picnic Profile Photo  Register Little Critters: Teddy Bear Picnic
  Friday, 09 June 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Bring your favorite teddy bear friend for a picnic in the park! We’ll learn about black bears at Eldorado while munching on some bear friendly snacks. Note: please identify any food allergies or restrictions in your registration. New to Lit...

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Junior Rangers: Family Birding Profile Photo  Register Junior Rangers: Family Birding
  Saturday, 10 June 2023 |   09:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Join birder Donna Stump on a family birding adventure through beautiful Crescent Meadows! Learn to watch, listen for, and identify the birds of the Front Range on a relaxed walk. Note: This is a family birding event, meaning up to two additiona...

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Junior Rangers: Silly Snakes! Live Reptile Program Profile Photo  Register Junior Rangers: Silly Snakes! Live Reptile Program
  Saturday, 17 June 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Encounter a variety of live amphibians and reptiles found in Boulder County, Colorado brought to the park by My Nature Lab. Emphasis will be on identification and natural history of each species, as well as how to safely encounter these animals in...

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Little Critters: Story Time Yoga Profile Photo  Register Little Critters: Story Time Yoga
  Friday, 23 June 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Move your tail to a silly tale during Story Time Yoga! This program will teach little ones a different way to get active in nature.

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Junior Rangers: Rock Climbing Profile Photo  Waitlist Junior Rangers: Rock Climbing
  Saturday, 24 June 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Learn to climb with lifetime climber Beth Bennett in this exciting introductory class! Registration is required. New to Junior Rangers? Junior Rangers are children ages 6-12 years old who are interested in learning more about the natural envi...

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Birding Hike at Crescent Meadows Profile Photo  Waitlist Birding Hike at Crescent Meadows
  Sunday, 25 June 2023 |   07:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Join birder Donna Stumpp and fellow ornithophiles on a hike through Crescent Meadows, observing and identifying local bird species. Registration is required. Note: This event does not take place in the inner canyon. Crescent Meadows is located...

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Junior Rangers: Archery Profile Photo  Register Junior Rangers: Archery
  Saturday, 01 July 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Channel your inner Merida at this introductory archery lesson! Learn how to safely use a bow and arrow and practice your target shooting skills. Registration is required. New to Junior Rangers? Junior Rangers are children ages 6-12 years old w...

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Little Critters: Fairy House Tea Party Profile Photo  Register Little Critters: Fairy House Tea Party
  Friday, 07 July 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Come for a fancy-fun tea party in your best fairy-fit! We’ll make fairy houses out of nature’s building supplies while enjoying tasty tea time treats. Wings encouraged. Note: please identify any food allergies or restrictions in your registrati...

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Junior Rangers: Wildlife Forensics Profile Photo  Register Junior Rangers: Wildlife Forensics
  Saturday, 08 July 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Investigate wildlife tracks, hair, and skulls to figure out a “whodunnit” mystery! Registration is required. New to Junior Rangers? Junior Rangers are children ages 6-12 years old who are interested in learning more about the natural environme...

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Geología bilingüe español-inglés / Spanish-English Bilingual Geology Profile Photo  Register Geología bilingüe español-inglés / Spanish-English Bilingual Geology
  Sunday, 09 July 2023 |   10:00 AM | Eldorado Canyon State Park |  Registration Required

Aprenda sobre las formaciones rocosas del cañón con la geóloga local bilingüe Stephanie Plaza Torres. Este programa se brindará en español e inglés. Se requiere una reserva. Learn about the rock formations of the canyon from local bilingual g...

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