Castlewood Canyon State Park
303-688-5242
Located in the famous Black Forest in central Colorado, Castlewood Canyon State Park offers visitors hiking, rock climbing, with walls up to 60 feet, and unique sightseeing opportunities in an arid and beautiful setting. The ruins of the century-old Castlewood Canyon Dam form the centerpiece of the park and leads visitors to hiking trails that wind their way into the deepest regions of the canyon. Dramatic canyon walls and the unique ruins make up some of the park's attractions.
Castlewood Canyon State Park is open daily from 8 a.m. to sunset for sightseeing, picnicking, hiking, nature study and technical rock climbing. The park is also popular for bird watching and photography. Castlewood Canyon is a day-use park only and does not offer camping.
Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 South State Highway 83, Franktown CO 80116; 303-688-5242.
Please call the number below directly for updated information before you make your online reservation. Please note that a daily fee or annual parks pass is required for entry into the park.
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- Elevation: 6300 feet above sea level.
- Region: North Central - Denver Area
- Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard.
- Groups Welcome: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Youth group with adult leaders. Retreat.
- Group Meeting Area: Outdoor area.
- Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in COVERED Outdoor Picnic Area: 198
- Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 396
- Open Dates For On-Site Activities: All Year
- State Parks: On site.
- Designated Hiking Trails: Trails start on site.
- Cross Country Skiing Trails: Trails start on site.
- Snowshoe Trails: 15 minutes drive to trailhead.



