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Park Activities

Archery

The archery range is open from sunrise to sunset daily. It includes 17 lanes with 16 targets ranging from 10 yards to 60 with an optional 100 yard lane. Located a short hike down the Mason Creek trail, the range is accessed from the Mason Creek parking lot. No special fees, only a valid Colorado State Parks Pass is required. Children 16 and under must be supervised by an adult. Please no pets. Field tips or target tips only. NO BROADHEADS ALLOWED.

(Updated: 5/11/2024 10:41 AM)

Biking

Staunton offers several miles of multi-use trails available for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Please be respectful of all users on the trail and be aware that some trails are hiker-only. Please note that portions of the Staunton ranch trail is on USFS property, E-Bike use is not allowed in this area. Please utilize the Service road/ Bugling Elk trail if riding an E-bike.

(Updated: 5/11/2024 10:44 AM)

Camping

Walk-in campsites are available. See the Camping page for more detailed information.

(Updated: 11/10/2020 10:36 AM)

Dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome in the park as long as:

they are on a six foot or shorter leash at all times
their waste is properly disposed of

(Updated: 6/19/2022 12:21 PM)

Fishing

Fishing is allowed at the Davis Ponds, Elk Falls Pond and the small streams in the park. A current Colorado fishing license is required.

The Davis ponds are stocked with Rainbow Trout each month May through September. Limits for rainbow trout are 4 in your bag and 8 in your possession.

Elk falls Pond is not regularly stocked but does have Brook Trout. Limits are 10 in your bag and 10 in possession (8 inches or less).

We recommend powerbait, salmon eggs or worms!

Please, no boats or watercraft of any kind and no swimming in the ponds.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:50 PM)

Geocaching

Staunton State Park (80470): Come visit this impressive State Park! There are currently twenty (20) traditional and mystery geocaches, and one (1) earth cache within Staunton State Park. Geocachers seeking to add new caches to the park will be assisted by park volunteers in order to gain Park Manager approval. Be sure to check the Staunton State Park profile on geocaching.com to gain an understanding regarding how to incorporate proposed caches into the park’s mission.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:20 PM)

Group Picnicking

Staunton has two group picnic areas. Ranch Hand Group Picnic Area and Davis Ponds. Both are available by reservation only. For more information, see the Facilities page.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:21 PM)

Hiking

The park offers nearly 30 miles of trails. The majority of Staunton’s trails allow for multi-use access (equestrian/cyclist/hiker). There are approximately 8 miles of hiker-only trails. Check out our Trails page for more details.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

Horseback Riding

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

Hunting

Hunting is prohibited at Staunton State Park.

Discharging of firearms is also prohibited at Staunton State Park.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:22 PM)

Picnicking

Picnic tables, some with charcoal grills are available near most parking areas on a first come first served basis. Please be aware of possible fire restrictions in the park. Check our alerts for current fire restrictions.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:23 PM)

Rock Climbing

Seasonal Rock Climbing Closures from March-July include Lion’s Head and Rough Neck Area.

For current and up to date route information visit Mountain Project - Staunton.

(Updated: 6/22/2022 1:28 PM)