Golden Gate Canyon State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $12 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed6-ft leash
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, yurts
- Official site
- cpw.state.co.us303-582-3707
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure ClosuresTrail & Campgrounds Access - Mountain Base Road will be closed for the winter season starting 11-1-26. To access the trails and campgrounds on the… (more)
Trail & Campgrounds Access - Mountain Base Road will be closed for the winter season starting 11-1-26. To access the trails and campgrounds on the upper park of the park off of Gap Road: from the intersection of HWY 46 and Mountain Base Road, follow HWY 46 for 3 miles until you reach HWY 119. Take a right on HWY 119 and drive 3 miles until you see Gap Road on your right. Amenities: The dump station is closed and water is shut off for the winter season. Flush bathrooms and sinks are still available in the restroom behind the campground office.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
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Covering about 11,951 acres, Golden Gate Canyon State Park lies in Gilpin County, about 12 miles northwest of Golden.
Things to do include rock climbing, horseback riding, hunting in season, biking, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 35 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a fishing pier. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins and yurts.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Not stated | 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Tue–Sun | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Park | Campground Office: Closed for the season. | ||
Official wording
Park: Day use, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center: Tue.-Sun. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Closed Mondays.
Campground Office: Closed for the season.
The Visitor Center is located at the intersection of Golden Gate Canyon Road (Highway 46) and Crawford Gulch Road.
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $12 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $17 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $4 · day |
Official wording
Daily Vehicle Pass: $12-$17 Individual Daily Pass: $4
Colorado park passes
- Keep Colorado Wild Pass — $29. Annual vehicle entry for Colorado residents, bought with DMV vehicle registration Details
- Individual Annual Pass — $29. Non-vehicle entry (foot, bike, horse) for passholder plus three accompanying visitors; resident or nonresident Details
- Family Annual Pass (hang tag) — $120. One household; transferable between vehicles Details
- Annual Affixed Vehicle Parks Pass — $80. One vehicle; resident or nonresident Details
- Aspen Leaf Pass — $70. Colorado residents 64+, vehicle registered in Colorado; $3/night camping discount Sun–Thu Details
From the Colorado state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- CPWshop (Aspira/Brandt reservation platform)
- Phone
- 1-800-244-5613
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed · leash up to 6 feet
Animals permitted: Leashed Dogs, Service Animals, Horses All pets must be under control and on a maximum six-foot leash at all times and not attached to any park signs, trees, shrubs or hydrants. Pets may not be left unattended, and pet owners must promptly clean up after their pets. Leashed pets are allowed in campgrounds, picnic areas and on designated trails. Pets are permitted in cabins 1, 3, 4 and 5 for a fee of $10 per night. The fee is per night, not per pet. Cabin 2 is pet free. Pets are permitted in yurt 1 for a fee of $10 per night (not per pet). Yurt 2 is pet free. You can pay your pet fee at the Reverend's Ridge campground office, Visitor Center or at any of the self-serve stations. You can pay your pet fee at the Reverend's Ridge campground office, Visitor Center or at any of the self-serve stations.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Extend your outdoor adventures with a stay at one of Golden Gate Canyon’s campsites, cabins or yurts.
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From backcountry camping to sites with full hook-ups, Golden Gate Canyon has options for every camper.
Cabins and yurts provide comfortable accommodations in nature.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Stay in Style
Cabins and yurts offer a comfortable way to enjoy the outdoors. Cabins and yurts accommodate a maximum of six people. Golden Gate has ADA-accessible and pet-friendly options. There is a minimum stay of two nights.
Cabins
Outside a cabin at Golden Gate Canyon State Park
Inside a cabin at Golden Gate State Park
Table and beds inside a cabin
Yurts
Outside a yurt at Golden Gate Canyon
Beds and table inside a yurt at Golden Gate Canyon
Cabins
Inside a cabin at Golden Gate State Park
Table and beds inside a cabin
Yurts
Outside a yurt at Golden Gate Canyon
Cabins
Inside a cabin at Golden Gate State Park
Table and beds inside a cabin
Yurts
Outside a yurt at Golden Gate Canyon
Beds inside a yurt
Things to do
BikingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPicnickingRock climbing
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor Center Show Pond Trail | 0.25 mi | Easy | 0.25 miles Walking only Dog friendly ADA accessibleAccessible |
| Blue Grouse Trail | 0.8 mi | Moderate | 0.8 miles one way Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more |
| Buffalo Trail | 1.2 mi | Moderate | 1.2 miles one way Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more |
| Horseshoe Trail | 1.8 mi | Moderate | 1.8 miles one way Hiking only Dog friendly Learn more |
| Mule Deer Trail | 8.8 mi | Moderate | 8.8 mile loop Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more |
| Raccoon Trail | 2.5 mi | Moderate | 2.5 mile loop Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more |
| Visitor Center Nature Trail | 0.1 mi | Moderate | 0.10 miles Hiking only Dog friendly |
| Reverend’s Ridge Nature Trail | 0.25 mi | Moderate | 0.25 miles Hiking only Dog friendly |
| Beaver Trail | 2.3 mi | Difficult | 2.3 mile loop Hiking only Dog friendly Learn more |
| Black Bear Trail | 2.5 mi | Difficult | 2.5 miles one way Hiking only Dog friendly Learn more |
| Burro Trail | 4.1 mi | Difficult | 4.1 mile loop Hiking only Dog friendly Learn more |
| Coyote Trail | 2 mi | Difficult | 2 miles one way Hiking only Dog friendly Learn more |
| Mountain Lion Trail | 6.7 mi | Difficult | 6.7 mile loop Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more |
| Snowshoe Hare Trail | 3 mi | Difficult | 3 mile loop Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking Dog friendly Learn more Trail Map |
Trail descriptions from the park
If you noticed anything needing the park's attention, such as downed trees, poor signage, bridge repairs, or similar items, please fill out the maintenance request form so the park team can get things fixed in a timely manner. We appreciate your help to keep our trails safe!
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Fishing pier
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Yurts
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible fishing
- Accessible cabins or lodging
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible fishing
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible cabins or lodging
- Accessible campsites
Fishing is permitted in any stream or pond at Golden Gate Canyon State Park with the exception of the Visitor Center Show Pond. The daily bag limit at Golden Gate Canyon is four fish. There is an ADA-accessible fishing pier at Kriley Pond. The Park’s ponds include Kriley, Slough, Dude's Fishing Hole, Forgotten Valley and Ranch Ponds. Ponds are stocked regularly during the spring and summer.
Cabins and yurts offer a comfortable way to enjoy the outdoors. Cabins and yurts accommodate a maximum of six people. Golden Gate has ADA-accessible and pet-friendly options. There is a minimum stay of two nights.
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Event Space Rental, Accessible Fishing Pier, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Showers, Accessible Yurt, Accessible Campsite
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
When you camp at Golden Gate Canyon State Park, check-in time is 1 p.m. on the day of arrival and check-out time is 12 p.m. (noon) on the day of departure. Group campgrounds can accommodate up to 75 campers, depending on the campground. Parking on vegetation may result in a fine.
There is no cell or internet service in the Golden Gate Canyon State Park area. Emergency call boxes are located at the Visitor Center and Reverend's Ridge Campground office.
Cabins and yurts can accommodate up to six people, and reservations require a minimum stay of two nights.
Getting there
- Address
- 92 Crawford Gulch Road
Golden, CO 80403 - Nearest town
- Golden — about 12 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.8309, -105.4105
- Phone
- 303-582-3707
- goldengatepark@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions From Golden Take Highway 93 north from Golden 1.5 miles to Golden Gate Canyon Road. Turn left and continue for 13 miles to the park. There are multiple entrance routes to Golden Gate Canyon State Park. Nine self-pay kiosks are located throughout the park for your convenience. Passes and permits can also be purchased at the Visitor Center during business hours.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 29, 2026
- CPW website Drupal JSON:API, node type state_park (43 published nodes; same store that renders /state-parks/{slug})
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Climbing in Golden Gate Canyon (Unsplash).jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Lionello DelPiccolo liodp
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 30, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology