golden gate canyon state park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

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Multiple forrested picnic areas, campsites, small creeks and ponds as well as a number of hiking and biking trails
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Since the cabins and yurts are quite popular, they fill up fast, so be sure to book well in advance
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To help you plan for such events, public safety stations are available
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Keep a watchful eye out for wildlife, as there's plenty to be found
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You'll have to park and head up to the visitors center and there is a kiosk area on the deck
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Offers primitive tent and rv camping in a wooded setting
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You'll have to hike a very short distance back up to your car
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Note: Most GPS will instruct you to take the Crawford Gulch turn 5 miles up the canyon
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There is generally no cell phone service here
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Camping is permitted both at established campsites and in the backcountry
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You may contact parks for questions about: reserving park facilities golden park special events calendar athletic fields, training facilities, and sports facilities
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Golden gate canyon state park is open every day of the week from 5am to 10pm
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Pay $9 at the visitor center just near the turn off from Golden Gate Canyon Road
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You can fish on any of the ponds or rivers, and biking, horseback riding, picnicking, and rock climbing
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Along the way, you'll pass plenty of connector trails, including a short (but challenging) spur to the summit of Windy Peak
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This is the best way to have an authentic overnight colorado experience without having to travel more than an hour from downtown denver
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A daily vehicle pass costs $7, and camping fees range from $16 to $22 in developed campgrounds
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Besides camping, overnight guests can also stay at one of the five cabins and two yurts at golden gate
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This stunning park is packed with aspens, which turn a glowing gold when the leaves change colors in the fall
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Sep 14, 2023
Awesome campground - laundry, dish washing sink, vending machines, and hot showers all available when you are camping out. The Reverend's Ridge campground was very well maintained, clean, and I will… Full review by dudpa
Mar 5, 2023
Golden Gate Canyon park is a wonderful place. It's got all sorts of great hiking trails. Only 45 minutes from Denver it's easily accessible. Full review by mafischl
Oct 25, 2022
This is a gorgeous state park. It is especially beautiful in the fall when the Aspens are changing colors. I have done the Raccoon Trail and the Burro Trail (with a Windy Mt offshoot and some parts o… Full review by KEG415
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Area:49.04 km²

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What is the weather like in the state park at the end of August, just before Labor Day? Does it warm in the afternoons or …
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What is the weather like in the state park at the end of August, just before Labor Day? Does it warm in the afternoons or is it chilly throughout the day? I looked at the weather for the town of Golden, but how different is it with the elevation of the park?
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Past experience, could be 80s to high 90s during this time. Weather is mostly great, but would advise to have rain gear and sweatshirts in case a cold front happens by at the time …
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Past experience, could be 80s to high 90s during this time. Weather is mostly great, but would advise to have rain gear and sweatshirts in case a cold front happens by at the time you visit. You're probably better off looking at weather for Central City/Black Hawk as the elevations are closer. While in the area, if you are hiking, you might need shoes/boots for the hike, not flip-flops/sandles. If you are hanging by the lake, then flip flops / sandles may be fine. Bring lots of water for the elevation change and be prepared to be winded if not familiar with the altitude.
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Does anyone have pictures of the Guest House that is available to rent?
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No, but it is a large ranch house with outbuildings about half way across the Park on Gap Road. You could get an arial, 3-d, or street view from Google Earth.
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I would like to know if there are paved roads for handicapped bikers.
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Gap Road is paved but a little challenging. It passes through the park for about 4 miles and then out to Col. 119. There is a very steep (20% or so) internal road that would be treacherous …
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Gap Road is paved but a little challenging. It passes through the park for about 4 miles and then out to Col. 119. There is a very steep (20% or so) internal road that would be treacherous if shared with cars. As far as I know, there are no roads without motorized traffic.
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