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EVENTS

Friends of Castlewood Canyon State Park hosts various events throughout the year to engage and entertain our community as well as raise funds for the betterment of the Canyon. We also assist in the planning and organization of many well-attended Park sponsored events.   

 There's always something to do at Castlewood Canyon State Park!

Friends Also Contributes to Park Sponsored Events:

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November 28
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

GIVE THANKS FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS!

Come and Celebrate Fresh Air Friday and enjoy a peaceful stroll around the Castlewood Canyon.

Free--no park admission 

(Donations Appreciated)

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International Vulture Awareness Day
First Saturday in September

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Vulture conservation and awareness is important to Castlewood Canyon. This is a fun, educational day.   Hope you can join us.   You'll see a Turkey Vulture up close and more!

Free with Park Admission

(Donations Appreciated)

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January 1 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

On Jan.1, Castlewood Canyon State Park  invites you to celebrate the new year.

 

First Day Hikes offer a chance to start the new year off on the right foot by exercising in nature. Guided hikes, short or long.  And then we serve soup,  Always have a great time, no matter what the weather.  

Free--no park admission 

(Donations Appreciated)

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Live Concert with Mark Cormican
 

Enjoy an evening concert with Mark Cormican performing nostalgic John Denver tribute pieces and his own original songs as well as enjoying the beautiful views and sunset. Concert to be held at the Pikes Peak Amphitheater. Park at Canyon Pt lot.

Free with Park Admission

(Donations Appreciated)

Castlewood Dam Ruins

Dam Day
 First Saturday in August

Dam Day is a great way to learn about the 1933 Dam failure and enjoy a Dam good lunch (starting at 11:30).  History, kids games, food, hikes, nature - what could be better.   Here's some fun info:    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjDtKaTGxng   ​​

Free with Park Admission

(Donations Appreciated)

Haunted Trail

Haunted Trails 
October 17 & 18  
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Experience the thrill of the canyon at night as you wander the "haunted " portion of our Nature Trail from the Canyon Point Parking Lot. Warm up at the Hot Chocolate Station after you hike and learn about the creepy critters that call Castlewood home.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koGei0W1_y8

Free with Park Admission

(Donations Appreciated)

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