As we mentioned last week, Colorado is home to a whopping 42 state parks, 6 of which are located in or around Denver. While we love all 6 of these local outdoor treasures, we cannot help but gush about one in particular, which just so happens to also be the Centennial State’s newest state park:
Located in both Jefferson and Park counties, Staunton State Park is a nearly 4,000-acre park that showcases a number of different landscapes like dramatic cliffs, lush meadows, and even numerous bodies of water.
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Opened in 2013, the original land for the park was donated to Colorado Parks & Wildlife by the late Frances Hornbrook Staunton, whose family homesteaded in the area at the turn of the 20th century.
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After receiving the original land in 1986, the state acquired even more of the surrounding acreage, including both the gorgeous Elk Falls Ranch and Davis Ranch!
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When you visit this new state park, you will find a number of exciting things to do, like hiking and biking amidst the colorful scenery, as well as camping, attending special programs, and even discovering different species of Colorado wildlife.
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Staunton State Park is located at 12102 South Elk Creek Road in Pine and is open daily from 8 am to 8 pm. For more information on the park, campsites, and more, please visit the Colorado Parks & Wildlife’s website.
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