List of State Attractions

1. National Land
2. State Land
3. Private Attractions
4. Major Shopping Centers

I. National Land

• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
  A dramatic, steep-walled canyon carved by the Gunnison River. Offers hiking, rock climbing, and breathtaking overlooks.
  Location: Near Montrose, CO
  Website: nps.gov/blca
• Dinosaur National Monument
  Famous for its dinosaur fossil beds, scenic canyons, and whitewater rafting on the Green and Yampa Rivers.
  Location: Colorado/Utah border (Dinosaur, CO)
  Website: nps.gov/dino
• Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
  Preserves large petrified redwood stumps and an extraordinary collection of insect and plant fossils.
  Location: Florissant, CO
  Website: nps.gov/flfo
• Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
  Home to the tallest sand dunes in North America, nestled against the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Sandboarding, hiking, and Medano Creek splash zones.
  Location: Near Alamosa, CO
  Website: nps.gov/grsa
• Mesa Verde National Park
  A UNESCO World Heritage Site preserving ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings, including the iconic Cliff Palace.
  Location: Near Cortez, CO
  Website: nps.gov/meve
• Rocky Mountain National Park
  One of the most visited national parks in the country. Features alpine lakes, Trail Ridge Road, wildlife viewing, and over 350 miles of hiking trails.
  Location: Near Estes Park, CO
  Website: nps.gov/romo
• Browns Canyon National Monument
  A rugged section of the Arkansas River known for rafting, granite rock formations, and wilderness hiking.
  Location: Near Buena Vista, CO
  Website: blm.gov
• Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
  The highest density of archaeological sites in the U.S., with ruins, petroglyphs, and historic Puebloan dwellings.
  Location: Near Dolores, CO
  Website: blm.gov
• Chimney Rock National Monument
  A sacred ancestral Puebloan site with ceremonial structures aligned to the lunar calendar. Offers guided hikes and stargazing programs.
  Location: Near Pagosa Springs, CO
  Website: fs.usda.gov/chimneyrock
• Colorado National Monument
  Towering red rock monoliths, canyons, and the scenic Rim Rock Drive make this a favorite for hiking and photography.
  Location: Near Grand Junction, CO
  Website: nps.gov/colm
• Yucca House National Monument
  An undeveloped archaeological site preserving a large, unexcavated ancestral Puebloan complex.
  Location: Near Cortez, CO
  Website: nps.gov/yuho

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II. State Land

Top 15 State Parks

• Chatfield State Park
  A popular destination for boating, swimming, paddle sports, and camping, located around a scenic reservoir just southwest of Denver.
  Location: Littleton, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Chatfield
• Crawford State Park
  Offers boating, jet-skiing, fishing, and dramatic views of Needle Rock and the West Elk Mountains.
  Location: Crawford, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Crawford
• Eldorado Canyon State Park
  Known for world-class rock climbing, scenic hikes, and towering golden sandstone cliffs just outside Boulder.
  Location: Eldorado Springs, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/EldoradoCanyon
• Eleven Mile State Park
  A reservoir-based park offering trophy fishing, boating, windsurfing, and backcountry camping in a peaceful high-elevation setting.
  Location: Lake George, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/ElevenMile
• Golden Gate Canyon State Park
  A mountain park filled with pine forests, aspen groves, scenic overlooks, and 35 miles of hiking and biking trails.
  Location: Golden, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/GoldenGateCanyon
• Highline Lake State Park
  A western Colorado gem for jet-skiing, paddleboarding, warm-weather fishing, and birdwatching near Fruita.
  Location: Loma, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/HighlineLake
• John Martin Reservoir State Park
  A quiet eastern plains retreat for birders, campers, and anglers with wide skies and a historic reservoir.
  Location: Hasty, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/JohnMartinReservoir
• Lathrop State Park
  Colorado’s first state park, located in the Spanish Peaks region, featuring two lakes, a golf course, and warm swimming waters.
  Location: Walsenburg, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Lathrop
• Mueller State Park
  A haven for wildlife viewing, hiking, snowshoeing, and mountain biking in a beautiful forested setting west of Pikes Peak.
  Location: Divide, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Mueller
• Navajo State Park
  Often called the “Lake Powell of Colorado,” this large reservoir attracts boaters, houseboaters, and anglers to the Four Corners region.
  Location: Arboles, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Navajo
• North Sterling State Park
  A peaceful plains destination with warm-water fishing, boating, swimming, and wide-open stargazing.
  Location: Sterling, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/NorthSterling
• Ridgway State Park
  Nestled in the San Juan Mountains, this scenic park offers boating, camping, and dramatic alpine views.
  Location: Ridgway, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Ridgway
• Rifle Falls State Park
  Famous for its triple waterfall, this lush park also features caves, trout fishing, and shaded picnic areas.
  Location: Rifle, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/RifleFalls
• Staunton State Park
  One of Colorado’s newest parks, Staunton features dramatic granite cliffs, scenic trails, and alpine meadows close to Denver.
  Location: Pine, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/Staunton
• State Forest State Park
  A wilderness lover’s paradise with moose, rugged peaks, and backcountry trails in the northern Rockies.
  Location: Walden, CO
  Website: cpw.state.co.us/StateForest

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III. Private Attractions

• Garden of the Gods
  A dramatic landscape of towering sandstone rock formations set against snowcapped Pikes Peak. The park features scenic drives, walking trails, rock climbing, and a modern visitor center with interactive exhibits.
  Location: Colorado Springs, CO
  Website: gardenofgods.com
  Phone: (719) 634-6666
• Pikes Peak – Highway & Cog Railway
  Visitors can reach the 14,115-ft summit of America's Mountain by two unforgettable routes: the historic Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway or the scenic 19-mile Pikes Peak Highway (Auto Road). Both offer breathtaking views and access to the newly renovated summit complex.
  Location: Near Manitou Springs, CO
  Website: pikes-peak.com
  Phone: (800) 525-2250
• Denver Zoo
  One of the most visited zoos in the country, featuring more than 3,000 animals and immersive habitats like Predator Ridge and Tropical Discovery.
  Location: Denver, CO
  Website: denverzoo.org
  Phone: (720) 337-1400
• Denver Museum of Nature & Science
  A top family destination offering hands-on science exhibits, natural history displays, planetarium shows, and an IMAX theater.
  Location: Denver, CO
  Website: dmns.org
  Phone: (303) 370-6000
• Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park
  A downtown Denver amusement park featuring roller coasters, family rides, concerts, and a full water park during summer months.
  Location: Denver, CO
  Website: elitchgardens.com
  Phone: (303) 595-4386
• Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
  The highest elevation zoo in the U.S., offering sweeping mountain views, interactive giraffe feeding, and over 750 animals.
  Location: Colorado Springs, CO
  Website: cmzoo.org
  Phone: (719) 633-9925
• Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
  A mountaintop amusement park featuring cave tours, thrill rides like the Alpine Coaster and Giant Canyon Swing, and spectacular valley views.
  Location: Glenwood Springs, CO
  Website: glenwoodcaverns.com
  Phone: (970) 945-4228
• Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
  Walk or zipline across one of the highest suspension bridges in the world, spanning a breathtaking canyon 955 feet above the Arkansas River.
  Location: Cañon City, CO
  Website: royalgorgebridge.com
  Phone: (719) 275-7507
• Butterfly Pavilion
  An interactive invertebrate zoo where guests can walk through a tropical butterfly habitat and meet tarantulas, starfish, and other spineless wonders.
  Location: Westminster, CO
  Website: butterflies.org
  Phone: (303) 469-5441
• Colorado Railroad Museum
  Features historic locomotives, passenger cars, and model railroads. Offers train rides on select weekends and events for families and enthusiasts.
  Location: Golden, CO
  Website: coloradorailroadmuseum.org
  Phone: (303) 279-4591
• Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
  Ride a historic coal-fired steam train along scenic mountain canyons between Durango and the old mining town of Silverton.
  Location: Durango, CO
  Website: durangotrain.com
  Phone: (877) 872-4607

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IV. Major Shopping Centers

• Cherry Creek Shopping Center
  Denver’s most upscale mall, offering high-end retailers like Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Apple, and Nordstrom, along with fine dining options.
  Location: Denver, CO
  Website: shopcherrycreek.com
  Phone: (303) 388-3900
• Park Meadows
  Colorado’s largest enclosed shopping mall, styled like a mountain lodge and featuring major department stores and top-tier restaurants.
  Location: Lone Tree, CO
  Website: parkmeadows.com
  Phone: (303) 792-2533
• FlatIron Crossing
  A regional mall with indoor and outdoor sections, offering a mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment near Boulder.
  Location: Broomfield, CO
  Website: flatironcrossing.com
  Phone: (720) 887-7467
• Colorado Mills
  A large outlet and value-retail mall with a circular layout, AMC theater, and popular discount stores like Nike, H&M, and Saks OFF 5TH.
  Location: Lakewood, CO
  Website: simon.com/mall/colorado-mills
  Phone: (303) 384-3000
• The Shops at Northfield
  An open-air lifestyle center with retail stores, dining, a movie theater, and seasonal events, located in Denver’s Central Park neighborhood.
  Location: Denver, CO
  Website: northfieldstapleton.com
  Phone: (303) 375-5475
• Outlets at Castle Rock
  The largest open-air outlet mall in Colorado, with more than 100 name-brand stores offering discounts, nestled between Denver and Colorado Springs.
  Location: Castle Rock, CO
  Website: outletsatcastlerock.com
  Phone: (303) 688-4495
• The Promenade Shops at Briargate
  A high-end outdoor shopping center with mountain views and national brands, located in north Colorado Springs.
  Location: Colorado Springs, CO
  Website: thepromenadeshopsatbriargate.com
  Phone: (719) 265-6264

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