Kick Off 2026 Outdoors: Join a First Day Hike at Colorado State Parks on January 1

Description: Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites families and nature lovers to start the new year with a First Day Hike at state parks across Colorado. Enjoy guided hikes, winter recreation, and learn about the Keep Colorado Wild Pass to support outdoor access all year long.

Start the New Year with a First Day Hike at Colorado state parks

DENVER – Celebrate the New Year with fresh air and scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike at one of Colorado’s state parks. These guided hikes are organized annually to encourage individuals and families to start the year on the right foot — by getting outside and connecting with nature.

On Jan. 1, 2026, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) invites you to participate in a First Day Hike at a Colorado state park. For a complete list of participating parks, visit the CPW Event Calendar.

Savor the beauty of the natural, cultural and historical resources Colorado state parks offer, and be inspired to take advantage of these local treasures throughout the year.

To discover more winter recreation activities at Colorado state parks and park pass options, visit cpw.state.co.us. 

Join us in keeping Colorado, Colorado. Get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration and support Colorado state parks and outdoor education for local communities. Learn more at cpw.info/keepcoloradowild

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is an enterprise agency, relying primarily on license sales, state parks fees and registration fees to support its operations, including: 43 state parks and more than 350 wildlife areas covering approximately 900,000 acres, management of fishing and hunting, wildlife watching, camping, motorized and non-motorized trails, boating and outdoor education. CPW's work contributes approximately $6 billion in total economic impact annually throughout Colorado.

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