Dogs are welcome in most Colorado State Park Campgrounds, but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. Colorado’s state parks manage more than 4,000 campsites throughout the state, and offer everything from backcountry sites for those who desire seclusion to full-hookup sites with individual pressurized water, sewer and electrical connections. Many campsites are open year round. Some state parks do not have campsites available for reservations during the off season, but allow camping on a first-come, first-served basis; please visit the specific park page for details on their first-come, first-served camping options. Two state parks include off-leash areas for dogs (DOLAs) – Cherry Creek and Chatfield State Parks both offer fenced-in areas where dogs are allowed without leashes. Pets are allowed in designated cabins, extra fees apply. Dogs are not allowed in wildlife reserve areas or preservation trails, on swim beaches or water-ski beaches.
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