Staunton State Park, Pine

One of my favorite state parks in all of Colorado. Love that you can hike for miles without seeing barely any people. Hikes tend to be longer- but the scenery is so pretty the distance never bothers me. Views are amazing; the overlooks are just the best. We love coming here. It can get windy at the top; and icy in the winter- but this park has it all. I love living so close by!

I love Staunton! It gets pretty busy on weekends. The trails can get crowded with bikes/hikers. But there are so many amazing trails and ways to detour off of one trail and on to other trails to make your hike/run/bike as short or as long as you want. There is something for everyone, too. From very easy to much more difficult climbs. It's a great place for a day trip. Make sure to pack more than you think you need because occasionally a trail will be closed to protect nesting wildlife, and the detour can add several miles on to your hike.