Fees
All fees are in addition to park pass/entrance fees and priced per day unless otherwise noted.
Parks Passes
Note: Pass prices include a Cherry Creek Basin Water Quality Authority fee.
- Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
- Dog Off-leash Daily Pass: $3
- Daily Water Basin Authority: $1
- Annual Water Basin Authority: $3
For other pass types, visit CPWShop.com or find a CPW Location.
(Updated: 5/28/2025 12:00 PM)
Dog Off-Leash Area Pass
- Daily Pass: $3.00
- Annual Pass: $25.00
For more information, see the Dog Off-Leash Areas page.
Camping
Year-Round
- Basic Campsite: $28.00
- Full Hook-up Campsite: $41.00
For more information, see the Camping page.
Group Camping
Year-Round
- Chief Ouray Group Campsite: $432.00
- Arapahoe Group Campsite: $216.00
- Cherokee Group Campsite: $216.00
For more information, see the Group Camping page.
Facilities
Amphitheater
Note: Reservation fee $10.00 per reservation.
- $25.00 to $50.00 (price based on number attending).
Call (303) 690-1166 Ext 6561 for reservations.
Group Event/Picnic Areas
- Call for Pricing: (303) 690-1166
For more information and reservations visit the Group Picnic Areas page.
Marina Rentals
- Boat, Slip, Dry Storage and Mooring Buoy
For Marina fees and rental information, call (303) 741-2995. Event rental information: (303) 220-5253, visit Pelican Bay at Cherry Creek.
Other Activities
Horseback Riding
The 12 Mile Stables offer horse rentals, hay rides, day camps, riding lessons, and horse boarding. Please call (888) 61-HORSES or visit http://horserentalsdenver.com/ for more information.
Shooting Range
For shooting range information, visit The Family Shooting Center website or call (303) 680-5401.
The Parks and Wildlife Commission has the authority to raise daily individual/walk-in or vehicle entry fees by up to $1 per year, and annual passes up to $10 per year.
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