Staunton State Park
Also known as Staunton Ranch-Rural Historic Landscape
Notice: Closures — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed6-ft leash
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- cpw.state.co.us303-816-0912
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Closure ClosuresThere are no closures at this time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Jefferson County, about 19 miles southwest of Golden, Staunton State Park covers about 4,071 acres.
Things to do include rock climbing, horseback riding, archery, biking, and fishing. On the water side, there is a fishing pier. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center: Sun.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Staunton Visitor Center is located on the southeast side of the park on the park entrance road off Elk Creek Road.
Hours: Sunday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $10 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $15 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $4 · day |
Official wording
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15 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 Leashed pets are allowed at campsites. 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.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Archery, mountain biking and hiking on 30+ miles of trails are just a few of the activities campers enjoy when they stay at Staunton, which is open to campers year-round.
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Staunton’s walk-in campsites, near 30+ miles of trails, offer a scenic escape to nature.
Staunton’s beautiful alpine setting, plethora of outdoor activities and proximity to the Denver metro area make it a great destination for those looking to get away.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
ArcheryBikingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingHorseback ridingPicnickingRock climbing
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Ponds Trail | 2.3 mi | Easy | 2.3 miles Hiking only |
| Historic Cabins Trail | 0.7 mi | Easy | 0.7 miles (loops with Staunton Ranch Trail) Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Bugling Elk Trail | 1.1 mi | Moderate | 1.1 miles Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Border Line Trail | 2.5 mi | Moderate | 2.5 miles Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Elk Falls Trail | 12 mi | Moderate | 12 miles Dog friendly The average hiker takes between four to five hours to complete the entire trip. |
| Lion's Back Trail | 1 mi | Moderate | 1 mile Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Marmot Passage Trail | 2.5 mi | Moderate | 2.5 miles Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Staunton Ranch Trail | 3.1 mi | Moderate | 3.1 miles Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Old Mill Trail | 0.9 mi | Moderate | 0.9 miles Hiking only |
| Climbing Access Trail | 0.9 mi | Difficult | 0.9 miles Hiking only |
| Mason Creek Trail | 4.5 mi | Difficult | 4.5 miles Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding |
| Scout Line Trail | 1.5 mi | Difficult | 1.5 miles Hiking only |
Trail descriptions from the park
Track Chair Program & Reservations - Visitors with disabilities can explore designated trails in the park using a Track Chair. Find more information and make reservations on the Park Highlights page > Track Chair Program & Information sections.
Fishing
Fishing is allowed at the Davis Ponds, Elk Falls Pond and the small streams in the park. Access to the ponds is from the Ranch Hand and Visitor Center parking lots. There is no public access below the dams on Elk Creek Rd. A current Colorado fishing license is required.
Visitors with Disabilities
Staunton offers an ADA-accessible fishing pier. Please contact the park about how we can provide an accessible fishing experience on weekdays. We will need at least two days' notice.
Davis Pond
Davis Ponds are stocked with rainbow trout each month May through September. Limits for trout are four in your bag and eight in your possession. No boating or swimming in the pond.
Fishing in Colorado
Elk Falls Pond
Elk Falls Pond is not regularly stocked but does have brook trout. Limits are 10 in your bag and 10 in possession, eight inches or less. No boating or swimming in the pond.
Fishing in Colorado
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
Water
- Fishing pier
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible fishing
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
✓ 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
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
- Track Chairs (all-terrain wheelchair)
The outdoor recreation opportunities are endless with 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Visitors with disabilities can also enjoy the trails with an all-terrain motorized wheelchair through the Track Chair program.
Staunton offers an ADA-accessible fishing pier. Please contact the park about how we can provide an accessible fishing experience on weekdays. We will need at least two days' notice.
Track Chair Program & Reservations - Visitors with disabilities can explore designated trails in the park using a Track Chair. Find more information and make reservations on the Park Highlights page > Track Chair Program & Information sections.
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Fishing Pier
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
When you camp at Staunton 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. Please do not park on the vegetation or off the roadway. A maximum of six people are allowed per campsite, and hammocks are not allowed.
Please note that fires are prohibited in Staunton State Park. This includes charcoal and wood fires. Cook stoves using propane or white gas are allowed.
Getting there
- Address
- 12102 S. Elk Creek Road
Pine, CO 80470 - Nearest town
- Golden — about 19 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.4970, -105.3820
- Phone
- 303-816-0912
- staunton.park@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions From Denver Take US Highway 285 south to Shaffers Crossing, about six miles west of Conifer. Turn north on Elk Creek Road and follow the signs 1.5 miles to the park entrance. On busy weekends, the Lazy V parking lot fills up early in the morning. Please plan ahead. Parking in this lot is not guaranteed when we reach capacity. Park Rangers will evaluate availability on a 15-20 minute cycle. Please utilize all other parking areas.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Aug 11, 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)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology