| Located in the famous Black Forest in central Colorado, Castlewood Canyon State Park offers visitors hiking, rock climbing 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 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. Volunteers are needed for trail work, noxious weed cleanup and other projects that help maintain the park's natural beauty. For more information on these ongoing programs, please contact the park. |
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