Say Hello To Staunton, Colorado’s Newest Park

Jackie Fortier — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:31:40 +0000

About nine miles west of Conifer a new state park is opening May 18th.

More Than 3 Million Visit Rocky Mountain National Park In 2012

Emily Boyer — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 22:39:11 +0000

Visitation at Rocky Mountain National Park was up slightly last year to 3,229,618. That’s about 2 percent higher than 2011 figures. Park Spokeswoman Kyle Patterson says the increase is partially due to a change in how traffic is tracked.

Corporate Sponsors For Colorado State Parks

Emily Boyer — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:37:44 +0000

The Foundation for Colorado State Parks, a 501(c)(3) organization, is pioneering an effort to attract corporate sponsors to Colorado's state parks. The proposal is in the early stages of development but officials say it could be implemented by 2013.

As Temperatures Increase, Open State Park Camp Sites Decrease

Nathan Heffel — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:55:06 +0000

As the weather warms, many people are putting those snow shovels away and looking ahead to their camping vacations. Some Colorado state park camp grounds are already booked solid for the major spring and summer holidays.

House Committee Hears Testimony on DOW/State Park Merger

Grace Hood — Mon, 02 May 2011 12:00:00 +0000

A House Committee will hear testimony this afternoon on a proposed merger between the Colorado Division of Wildlife and Colorado State Parks.

The move requires approval from both the House and Senate, which passed the measure in April. Proponents say that it would makes services more efficient, and could save the state up to $3 million every year.