C O L O R A D O PA R K S & W I L D L I F E
Cheyenne
Mountain
State Park
ENJOY YOUR STATE PARKS
Formerly the JL Ranch, the 2701 acre park is
nestled beneath the eastern flank of Cheyenne
Mountain just south of Colorado Springs.
The park offers a stunning transition from
Colorado’s plains to its peaks. The land is in
remarkable natural condition and diverse
wildlife viewing opportunities abound due
to the property’s relatively undisturbed and
unfragmented nature.
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heyenne Mountain State Park is the
result of strong partnerships and years
of thoughtful planning. Acquired in
June of 2000 through a partnership between
the City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Parks
& Wildlife, Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO),
Colorado Lottery, El Paso County and other
local private organizations, the park represents
the protection of one of the last significant
open spaces along the southern section of the
Colorado Front Range.
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Opened in October 2006, Cheyenne Mountain
State Park offers superior facilities and
recreational opportunities. The highlight of any
visit is the park’s trail system, offering over 23
miles of trails. These pathways allow visitors
ample opportunities to explore the park’s
natural beauty. Along with great trails, the park
offers picnicking, wildlife viewing, camping,
an archery range and a Visitor Center with gift
shop and interpretive displays.
Cheyenne Mountain
State Park
Regulations
Cheyenne Mountain State Park is managed
and maintained for your enjoyment and for
the protection of the park’s natural resources.
Please observe the following rules for the safety
and enjoyment of all park visitors.
•Camping allowed in designated areas only.
•All open fires must be contained within grills
or the metal fire rings provided.
•Smoking is not allowed on the trails, archery
ranges or in the backcountry.
•Pets are allowed in the developed areas
(i.e. parking lots and picnic sites) and on
designated trails. All pets must be kept on a
6’ or shorter hand held leash and waste must
be picked up immediately.
•Equestrian use is allowed on designated trails only.
•No climbing or rappelling on rock formations.
•Vehicles must remain on designated roads and
parking areas.
410 JL Ranch Heights • Colorado Springs, CO 80926
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•Tree cutting or wood gathering is not permitted.
•Place trash and litter in proper receptacles,
recycling receptacles are available throughout
the park.
•No hunting is allowed in the park.
Funded in part by Great Outdoors Colorado
through Colorado Lottery proceeds.
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•Park is open from 5am to 10pm unless
camping in a purchased designated campsite.
Prairie Falcon
Wildlife
Wildlife abounds in Cheyenne Mountain State
Park. Deer, black bear, mountain lion, bobcat,
as well as coyote, fox, and prairie dogs are just
some of the animals that call the park home.
A wide variety of birds can also be found,
including red-tail hawks, golden eagles and
wild turkey. Find out more about Colorado’s
wildlife from the Colorado Parks & Wildlife
website at www.cpw.state.co.us.
Education
Passes
All visitors entering the park are required to
display a current Colorado State Parks Pass on
their vehicle. A daily vehicle pass is valid from
the day purchased until noon the following day.
An annual vehicle pass is good at any Colorado
State Park. Annual vehicle pass holders with
additional vehicles may purchase multiple
passes at a reduced fee.
Daily vehicle passes are sold at the Visitor Center,
and park entrance. A Self-service pass dispenser is
available at the archery range parking lot, Camper
Services building and the main park entrance when
the visitor center or entrance station are closed.
Colorado disabled veterans displaying Colorado
Disabled Veteran (DV) license plates are admitted
free without a pass. Colorado residents aged 64
years or older qualify for the Aspen Leaf annual
and multiple passes available at a discounted rate.
The park is an excellent outdoor classroom.
Programs and nature hikes are available
weekly during the spring and summer months
and periodically in the fall and winter. Park
naturalists enjoy presenting programs or
leading groups along the trails, exploring
and sharing the wonders of nature. Program
announcements are located at the Visitor
Center and entrance station as well as posted
on the park’s event calendar at
www.cpw.state.co.us.
Area Attractions
Colorado Springs has a rich natural and
cultural history, and Cheyenne Mountain State
Park is the perfect place to kick off your Pikes
Peak region adventure. Area Attractions from
the Garden of the Gods, to a ride up “America’s
Peak” on the cog are just a few must-see
activities in the area.
Find out more at www.visitcos.com.
Group Facilities
The park offers multiple options
for private parties or functions.
Prairie Skipper
This Group Picnic Pavilion is the perfect choice
for a group event and can accommodate up to
200 people with parking for 85 vehicles. Some
protection from sun and rain is provided under
the pavilion area. Horseshoe pits and charcoal
grills are on-site, with horseshoes available for
rental. Electricity is available. The rental season
runs from May 1 through October 31 with
facility hours from 9am to 9pm May through
September; 9am to 6pm in October.
This beautiful outdoor amphitheater
with theater style rock step seating can
accommodate approximately 160 seated
persons. Parking is limited and there are fewer
than 10 parking spots at the location though
guests may park at and walk from the Camper
Services parking lot across the street. Due to
the nature of the outdoor amphitheater there is
no protection from sun, wind, precipitation, or
other outdoor elements. Electricity and a fire
ring are available. The rental season runs from
May 1 through October 31 with facility hours
from 9am to 9pm May through September;
9am to 6pm in October.
Friend’s Group
Trail’s End Visitor Center Meeting Room
In this meeting room, guests enjoy a stunning
view of Cheyenne Mountain from inside the
room or from the adjacent outdoor patio and
courtyard. The room accommodates up to 50
people with chairs or 35-40 people with chairs
and tables. Audio/visual equipment is available
as needed. There is plenty of parking, however,
it is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
“We get by with a little help from our friends...”
The Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park
is a non-profit group that serves to protect,
enhance, and preserve the natural state and
spectacular beauty of the park. Their dedication
to helping staff promote and improve the
park, and its recreational and educational
opportunities means a better park experience
for every visitor.
Camper Services Meeting Room
If you would like to join or donate to the
Friends and play an important part in Cheyenne
Mountain State Park, pick up an application
at the Visitor Center or visit the Friends at
www.friendsofcmsp.org.
This meeting room features interpretive
historical displays of the working JL Ranch, its
family, and the neighboring military presence.
It is large enough to host small group meetings,
potlucks, and much more. The room can
accommodate up to 50 people with chairs or
35-40 people with chairs and tables and has an
adjacent playground for the kids. Audio/visual
equipment is available as needed. Parking is
limited, with an estimated 20 parking spots.
It is available mid-April through mid-October
during Camper Services hours; however, other
times may be negotiated.
Reservations for these facilities may be made 3
days to 9 months in advance. Please contact the
Visitor Center for more information. Park passes
are required on all vehicles and are not included
in the rental fee.
Picnicking
First Aid/Emergencies
Park rangers are trained and equipped to
provide minor first aid. In an emergency, go to
the Visitor Center, entrance station, or dial 911
from any phone.
Fort Carson
Due to the close proximity of the park to
nearby military bases, visitors are likely to hear
morning Reveille and other military customs.
If you hear a siren, it is the weather alert system
used to notify soldiers in the field of inclement
weather in the area. You are advised to take
appropriate precautions.
Distributed along a
meandering trail, the park’s
41 day-use picnic sites offer
great views for family and
friends enjoying a day at the
park. Several sites are ADA accessible and can
be easily accessed from day use parking lots. A
table and grill are provided at each site and they
are available year-round on a first-come, firstserve basis.
Camping
The park boasts 51 full service campsites that
include water, electrical (20/30/50 amp), and
sewer hookups for RV/tent campers. Thirteen
of these sites are in our group area and enable
larger groups to be in close proximity. We also
offer 10 unique walk-in basic tent sites nestled
among the scrub oak.
The Camper Services building is open midApril through mid-October and offers camp
permits, information, and a general store
that stocks everything from books and
souvenirs to snacks and camper necessities.
This seasonal location also offers coinoperated shower and laundry facilities, an
activity room and playground. Camping is
also available in the off-season with limited
facilities. Camping reservations are highly
recommended between Memorial Day and
Labor Day and can be made up to six months
in advance. For more camping information or
to make reservations, go to cpw.state.co.us or
reserveamerica.com. Camping reservations
can also be made by phone by calling 1-800244-5613. Please call the park directly for
group camping reservations.
Please visit the park’s website at
http://www.cpw.state.co.us and
choose Cheyenne Mountain
under “find a park” to print out
detailed campground maps and
to make campsite reservations.
Camping reservations may also
be made by phone at
1-800-244-5613.
Please call the park directly for
group camping reservations.
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All RV sites are
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water and sewer connections.
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To Park Entrance, Trailhead, Visitor Center, Picnic Areas, etc.
Playground
Camp Store
Information/
Permits
Restrooms
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Parking for Walk-Ins
64 Walk- In Tent Sites
The following sites are accessible:
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Archery Range
Archery Range facilities consist of a static range
featuring 8 targets from 10-80 yards, a 35lb
or less limited draw range with targets up to
20 yards, and an NFAA Field Range with 28
stations, some with 3D targets. All vehicles are
required to have a valid vehicle parks pass; use
of the static target range and the limited draw
range are included with the parks pass fee. Use
of the Field/3D ranges require an additional
individual permit that can be purchased either
at the self service station in the Archery Range
Parking lot or at the Visitor Center during
normal operating hours.
The range is open daily from sunrise to
sunset but may be closed to the public during
tournaments. Please check the website at cpw.
state.co.us for any tournament information and
other special regulations or call 719-576-2016.
TRAIL MAP KEY
Trail Information
Hiking and Biking Use Only
Dog Use Allowed
Equestrian Use Allowed
The park has 18 diverse trails that total over
23 miles. They are rated easy to moderate
in difficulty and take hikers and bikers on a
nature adventure throughout the 2701-acre
park. Visitors can wander through grasslands
filled with prairie dogs or explore the pines
and try to catch a glimpse of mule deer. For
your safety, take notice of the markers along
every trail. GPS coordinates are on all trail
signage and will help park staff locate hikers
and bikers in case of emergencies on the trail.
Smoking is strictly prohibited on the trail
system and in the backcountry.
CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN
AIR FORCE STATION
Prairie Falcon
Amphitheatre
Prairie Skipper
Group Picnic
Limekiln Trailhead
Equestrian
Parking
Designated Dog Trails
Leashed dogs are welcomed on approximately 2
miles of designated trails; Acorn Alley, Bobcat
Way, Raccoon Ridge and a portion of Soaring
Kestral. Multiple waste bag dispensers and
trash receptacles are provided to maintain the
cleanliness of our park. Dogs must be kept on a 6’
or shorter hand held leash. Dogs are not allowed
on any other trails or in the backcountry.
ARCHER’S ALLEY 0.28 Miles
BEAR TRACK 0.95 Miles
Designated Equestrian Trails
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Access
Pine Oaks Road
BEAR TRACK
On Designated Trails
Equestrians are welcomed on a designated
portion of our trail system with an out and back
trip totaling 8 miles. Trailer parking and trail
access is located at the east end of the Limekiln
Trailhead parking lot. From there, users may
access the eastern portion of Sundance trail,
linking to the upper portion of Talon trail,
along with all of North and South Talon trails.
The trails gain elevation and the terrain is steep
and narrow on the North and South Talon trail
sections. Horses and trailers are not allowed in
the campgrounds or other parking areas.
