To thank U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering free admission to all Colorado state parks to active-duty military, veterans and the National Guard for the month of August. 

Military members and veterans, resident and nonresident, can pick up a free August Military Pass at any Colorado state park or CPW office by showing proof of service. Passes became available on Aug. 1.

The free park pass allows visitors to experience Colorado’s state parks and the diverse wildlife and landscapes they support. All other park fees remain in effect, including camping reservations, boat and off-highway vehicle registrations, and hunting and fishing licenses. The pass is not valid for accessing State Wildlife Areas.

Know Before You Go
Plan your visit with the Colorado State Parks Guide (el folleto de parques en Español) or use the online Park Finder Tool to discover outdoor activities at each state park.

CPW offers several additional military benefits to active duty military, veterans and disabled veterans. Programs include free admission to state parks on Veterans Day, year-round free entry to all Colorado state parks for residents with Colorado Disabled Veterans or Purple Heart license plates and free small game and fishing combination licenses for qualified disabled veterans. CPW also offers a Columbine Pass which offers reduced park entrance fees to disabled Colorado residents. 

For more information about Colorado state parks, visit cpw.state.co.us.