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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

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...  more
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...  more
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...  more
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.  more
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...  more
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...  more
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...  more
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...  more
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...  more
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...  more