Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services

Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Explore the park properties, recreational opportunities and cultural resources that serve our City We are where you come to play!

Our Story

According to the Report to the Parks Commission, "General Palmer's plan for a park system was bold, far-sighted and comprehensive. He sought to surround the city with near-by parks, mountain driveways, woodland paths, and trails; to furnish places for healthful outdoor exercise and quiet restful enjoyment." The City continues to build on this legacy through a diverse network of parks, r

ecreation, trails and cultural amenities - a direct result of decades of work, leadership and investment by the community. Today, the department maintains

•145 Neighborhood Parks
•7 Regional Parks
•146 Miles of Urban Trail
•14,000 acres of Open Space
•5 Community Centers
•2 Golf Course
•2 Cemeteries
•3 Sports Complexes
•87 Pieces of Public Art
•Plus 1 Museum, 1 Auditorium and 1 14,115' Mountain

With a heritage of community and economic development at the forefront, this department commits to providing a high quality of life for residents and a world class destination for visitors. Welcome and come enjoy our park properties, recreational opportunities and cultural resources that provides our City with it's character and distinctiveness. Social Media Disclaimer
The City of Colorado Springs' use of social media web sites is provided as a public service. The City of Colorado Springs disclaims liability for ads, links, videos, promoted content or comments accessible from any external web page. The responsibility for external content or comments rests with the organizations or individuals providing them. Any inclusion of external content or comments does not imply endorsement by the City. The City will not edit or alter any posts made on its social media sites, however, the City reserves the right to remove comments that do not promote civil discussion or do not adhere to our post/comment policy.

06/11/2026
✨ Picking up trash, but make it glam. ✨A huge shoutout to All Out Hauling for organizing a recent cleanup. The result? C...
06/11/2026

✨ Picking up trash, but make it glam. ✨

A huge shoutout to All Out Hauling for organizing a recent cleanup. The result? Cleaner parks, less litter, and a community that shows up for the places we all love.

Want to make an impact too? From trail work to park cleanups, there are plenty of ways to get involved.

🔗 Learn more about volunteering: https://coloradosprings.gov/parkvolunteers

🚨Spray Ground CLOSURE 🚨 Deerfield Hills Community Center Spray Ground is closed for maintenance until further notice.Our...
06/10/2026

🚨Spray Ground CLOSURE 🚨

Deerfield Hills Community Center Spray Ground is closed for maintenance until further notice.

Our crews are working hard to make the necessary repairs and restore the spray ground as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this temporary closure. Updates will be shared as they become available.

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨 North Cheyenne Canyon Road and Gold Camp Road in North Cheyenne Cañon Park are closed due to sto...
06/07/2026

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨
North Cheyenne Canyon Road and Gold Camp Road in North Cheyenne Cañon Park are closed due to storm impacts from last night.

Large amounts of scree and debris have moved onto North Cheyenne Canyon Road, and storm-related road damage has been identified on Gold Camp Road. Crews are actively assessing conditions and working to clear affected areas.

There is currently no estimated timeline for reopening. Please respect all closures and avoid the area while crews complete their work.

Updates will be shared as more information becomes available. Please help spread the word!

06/07/2026

🚨TRAINING EXERCISE🚨

Tomorrow, Sunday, June 7, CSFD, in partnership with the Army, will be conducting training exercises at Gold Camp Reservoir near Stratton Open Space.

The purpose of the training is to work on best practices, communication, and partnership when it comes to working with air resources during an incident, specifically using helicopters with buckets to dip in to the reservoir.

You will see and hear helicopter activity in the area. Additionally, CSFD crews will have boats and divers in the water as needed. There is no emergency.

Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services

06/04/2026

A safer crossing. Better access. Stronger trails. ✨

The new Buffalo Creek Bridge and Gold Camp Road Bypass Trail improvements are complete and open to the public! 🎉

These upgrades provide a safer, more sustainable creek crossing, improve trail connectivity and navigation, enhance drainage and water quality, protect natural resources, and support a better recreation experience.

This project was funded through the Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOPS) sales tax program in partnership with Friends of Cheyenne Canon, Trails and Open Space Coalition, and the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance Stewardship Fund.

🚧 Please note: Work is still continuing in the area through the remainder of June. Visitors may encounter crews and equipment and should use caution, follow all posted construction signage, and give workers plenty of space while enjoying the area.

Thank you for your patience and support as we continue investing in safer, more sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities for our community.

06/02/2026

Let’s protect the Pikes Peak region together!

06/01/2026

Summer has officially arrived! Starting tomorrow Tuesday, June 2, the CSPM is launching its Food Truck Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This popular weekly offering will feature twelve rotating food trucks serving a variety of meals, snacks, and treats every Tuesday in Alamo Square Park through August ⁠25.⁠
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For the Food Truck Tuesdays happening on June 2, the following trucks will be on site: ⁠
Cowgirl Kettle Corn Colorado Springs
Crepes-N-Go⁠
Down South Louisiana
Gossip Point COS
High Grade Foods⁠
Lumpia House⁠
The Meltdown
Miggy's Meltdown⁠
Roc and Ro Sushi On The Go
Sapo Guapo Tacos
Sosa's Pupuseria

05/28/2026

Thanks for coming to our TED Talk 🫡

But for real… let’s not turn our outdoor spaces into horror movies. Leave No Trace in Colorado Springs parks, trails, and open spaces 🌲

Address

1401 Recreation Way
Colorado Springs, CO
80905

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17193855940

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