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Staunton State Park

Staunton State Park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer. This park was given to the state and was a former homestead to the Staunton family back in the late 19th century and early 20th century. The park sees moderate to heavy use in the late spring to early fall. This park contains hiking, biking, photography and climbing. There is an entrance fee.

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Staunton State Park charges a fee to enter.

For further information and any restrictions see:  https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Staunton/Pages/Fees.aspx

For park conditions see:  Colorado Parks & Wildlife - Park Conditions (state.co.us)

Directions to parking lot:  Staunton State Park - Google Maps

Alternate title data:

Mason Creek Trail and Staunton Ranch Loop:  6.7miles, 1,200 feet of elevation gain 

West Meadow Loop: 9 miles, 1,300 feet of elevation gain

Elk Falls: 8 miles, 1,500 feet of elevation gain

Staunton Ranch Trail to Scoutline Trail: 7.6 miles, 1,140 feet of elevation gain

Lion's Head Overlook: 10.2 miles, 1,850 feet of elevation gain

Bear Paw Trail Loop: 9.3 miles or 6.5 miles, 1,500 feet of elevation gain

Davis Ponds & Historic cabins:  6 miles, 600 feet of elevation gain

Staunton to Cub Creek and back: North Elk Creek Trail is closed March 1 -June 15 "to minimize trail damage during spring conditions."

Rusty Buckle Trail - 10 mile loop - from Staunton ranch to Borderline, NW onto Rusty Buckle for 3 mi then intersects N Elk Trail down to Bugling Elk trail. 

  • Suitable Activities: Biking, Camping, Climbing, Hiking, Snowshoeing
  • Climbing Category: Crag Rock Climb
  • Seasons: Year-round
  • Weather: View weather forecast
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12102 S. Elk Creek Rd, Pine, Colorado 80470
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  • Staunton State Park - West Meadow Loop
  • Staunton State Park - Mason Creek Trail and Staunton Ranch Loop
  • Staunton State Park - Elk Falls
  • Staunton State Park - Staunton Ranch Trail to Scoutline Trail
  • Staunton State Park - Lion's Head Overlook
  • Staunton State Park - Bear Paw Trail Loop
  • Staunton State Park - Davis Ponds
  • Staunton State Park to Cub Creek and back
  • Staunton State Park Historic Cabin Loop
  • Staunton State Park - Rusty Buckle Trail
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