Staunton State Park 2025 Visitor Programs

Staunton State Park June 2025 Visitor Programs and Hikes
All programs are FREE with Park Pass
(Please note: Programs take place at various locations throughout the park)

Sunday, June 1
Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00–4:00 PM
Tour the historic cabin district and visit the newly renovated Staunton family cabin. Learn how the family lived and worked in the 1920s.

Monday, June 2
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00–2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license
required for all participants 16 & older. Meet at Davis Ponds

Tuesday, June 3
Trail Tots Tuesday | 10:00 AM
“B” is for Buzzz! Learn how bees and pollinators survive winter. Storytime, crafts, and a
toddler-friendly hike. Meet at Visitor Center (Ages 5 & under)

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Join a plant expert to explore Staunton’s wildflowers. Meet at Meadow Lot

Thursday, June 5
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Join a plant expert to explore Staunton’s wildflowers.
Meet at Meadow Lot

Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license
required for all participants 16 & older. Meet at Davis Ponds

Saturday, June 7
Wildlife Photography Clinic & Hike | 10:00 AM
Learn how to capture great shots with your camera/phone, then hit the trails with a
photographer. Meet at Visitor Center Patio

Interpreter’s Table | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Topic: Edible Medicinal Plants

Guided Hike at 11:00 AM on Davis Ponds Trail.
Meadow Parking Lot

Campfire Program | 7:00 PM
“Who’s Hunting at Night?” Owl program and night hike.
Marmot Amphitheater (next to Meadow Lot)

Sunday, June 8
Interpreter’s Table | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Topic: Edible Medicinal Plants (No hike this day). Meadow Parking Lot

Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00–4:00 PM

Tuesday, June 10
Trail Tots Tuesday | 10:00 AM
“F” is for Flowers! Search for fairy flowers on a toddler hike. Meet at Visitor Center

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Wednesday, June 11
Staunton Cabin Tours | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Thursday, June 12
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Saturday, June 14
Archery in the Park | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
All ages and skill levels welcome. Equipment provided and instructor guided. Above Meadow Parking Lot

Tales of the Night Sky | 8:30 PM
Listen to the stories in the stars as we watch the night sky unfold. Search for
constellations and discover fun facts about the cosmos. Marmot Amphitheater

Sunday, June 15
Mindful Hike: Listening to Nature’s Wisdom | 10:00 AM
Discover how to reconnect with nature on this reflective 1.5-hour hike. Meet at Visitor Center

Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00–4:00 PM

Tuesday, June 17
Trail Tots Tuesday | 10:00 AM
“S” is for Surprise! Meet at Visitor Center (Ages 5 & under)

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Thursday, June 19
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Saturday & Sunday, June 21–22
Interpreter’s Table: Hummingbirds | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Discover amazing facts about these tiny birds and their fascinating anatomy. Meadow Lot

Staunton Cabin Tours (Sunday only) | 1:00–4:00 PM

Tuesday, June 24
Trail Tots Tuesday | 10:00 AM
“H” is for Hummingbirds! Come fly with us and investigate the littlest of our bird
population. Meet at Visitor Center (Ages 5 & under)

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Thursday, June 26
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Meet at Meadow Lot

Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license
required for all participants 16 & older. Meet at Davis Ponds

Saturday, June 28
Wildlife Photography Clinic & Hike | 10:00 AM
Learn how to capture great shots with your camera/phone, then hit the trails with a photographer. Meet at Visitor Center Patio

Marmot Fest | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
This year we are celebrating marmots with a fun filled carnival! Including prizes, popcorn, hotdogs, and fun games. Booths include: Crawl Like a Marmot and Climb Like a Marmot at Campground Rock. Instruction and equipment provided.
Meadow Parking Lot

Marmot Hike | 10:00 AM

Sunday, June 29
Marmot Fest Continues! | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Meadow Parking Lot

Monday, June 30
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license
required for all participants 16 & older. Meet at Davis Ponds

All programs are FREE with Park Pass
(Please note: Programs take place at various locations throughout the park)

Saturday, August 2
Interpreter’s Table | 10:00 AM
Year in the Life of Bear! Come meet Bear and find out how he spends his lazy days of summer and gets prepared for a long winter nap. Meadow Lot

Sunday, August 3
Interpretive Hike | 10:00 AM
Join the park’s Interpreter for a fun and informative nature hike to relax and enjoy the wonders of Staunton. 1.5 hour hike. Meadow Lot

Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin

Tuesday, August 5
Trail Tots | 10:00 AM
“P” is for Pine Marten! Come learn how Pine Marten plays hide and seek high in the tree tops! Join us for story time, crafts and a toddler-friendly hike to discover the ABCs of nature! Ages 5 & Under. Visitor Center

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Thursday, August 7
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction for bait and spin cast fishing will be provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license required for all participants 16 & older. Davis Ponds

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Saturday, August 9
Adaptive Recreation Day | 10:00 PM - 2:00 PM
In honor of Mark Madsen and his contribution to accessibility in the outdoors. Open to anyone who wants to learn more about adaptive recreation opportunities and demo adaptive equipment. Meadow Lot

Wildlife Photography Clinic and Hike | 10:00 AM
Learn how to take breathtaking photographs! Bring your own camera / phone for a short instructional class and then hike with a photographer along the beautiful trails to use your new skills! Visitor Center Patio

Archery in the Park | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy archery! All skill levels welcome. The event is instructor guided and equipment is provided. Meadow Lot

Sunday, August 10
Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00 PM - 4:00PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin

Tuesday, August 12
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction for bait and spin cast fishing will be provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license required for all participants 16 & older. Davis Ponds

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Trail Tots | 10:00 AM
“F” is for Fawn! Come learn how a momma deer hides her little fawn while foraging for her breakfast! Join us for story time, crafts, and a toddler friendly hike to discover the ABCs of nature. Ages 5 & under. Visitor Center

Wednesday, August 13
Staunton Cabin Tours | 10:00 AM - 1:00PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin

Thursday, August 14
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Saturday, August 16
Art in the Park | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Experience nature in art! Artists of different mediums are here to capture and share the beauty of Colorado and Staunton State Park. Artists include a Butterfly/Birdhouse Builder Extraordinaire, Stunning Stone Art, Nature Photography, Flip Flop bead shop Jewelry, and more! Visitor Center Patio

Tales of the Night Sky Program | 8:00 PM
Listen to the stories in the stars as we watch the night sky unfold. Search for constellations, discover fun facts about the cosmos, and learn how important Dark Skies are to our world. Marmot Amphitheater

Sunday, August 17
Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin

Monday, August 18
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction for bait and spin cast fishing will be provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license required for all participants 16 & older. Davis Ponds

Tuesday, August 19
Trail Tots | 10:00 AM
“S” is for Squirrel! Discover squirrels adventures and their sophisticated winter plans! Join us for story time, crafts, and a toddler friendly hike to discover the ABCs of nature. Ages 5 & under. Visitor Center

Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Thursday, August 21
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Saturday, August 23
Wildlife Photography Clinic and Hike | 10:00 AM
Learn how to take breathtaking photographs! Bring your own camera / phone for a short instructional class and then hike with a photographer along the beautiful trails to use your new skills! Visitor Center Patio

Interpreter’s Table | 10:00 AM
Year in the Life of Bear! Come meet Bear and find out how he spends his lazy days of summer and gets prepared for a long winter nap. Meadow Lot

Night Campfire Program | 7:00 PM
Mountain Lions: Facts and Myths Meet the Old Man Mountain Lion and hear stories of how he came to be! This program is full of facts and fun! Learn how important Dark Skies are to our world. Marmot Amphitheater

Sunday, August 24
Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin

Tuesday, August 26
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Trail Tots | 10:00 AM
“B” is for Bear! Come enjoy interactive play as we discover bears’ lives at Staunton! Join us for story time, crafts, and a toddler friendly hike to discover the ABCs of nature! Ages 5 & under. Visitor Center

Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction for bait and spin cast fishing will be provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license required for all participants 16 & older. Davis Ponds

Thursday, August 28
Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM
Take a wildflower hike with a plant expert! Learn interesting and fun facts about Staunton’s beautiful wildflowers. Meadow Lot

Saturday, August 30
Interpretive Hike | 10:00 AM
Join the park’s Interpreter for a fun and informative nature hike to relax and enjoy the wonders of Staunton. 1.5 hour hike. Meadow Lot

Sunday, August 31
Fishing at Davis Ponds | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All equipment and instruction for bait and spin cast fishing will be provided. Registration not necessary. Valid fishing license required for all participants 16 & older. Davis Ponds

Staunton Cabin Tours | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Take a journey through the Historic Cabin District and visit the newly renovated Staunton Family Cabin! Experience how they lived and worked when the family planted roots here in the 1920s. Staunton Cabin