Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Check out this great article by Seth Boster about the amazing Dixon Trail at Cheyenne Mountain State Park!

Thinking about making the trek to the top this summer? Be sure to plan ahead for this extremely challenging (and extremely beautiful) hike.

Cheyenne Mountain’s Dixon Trail: Not to be overlooked, nor underestimated The sun rose and cast the hulking, granite face of Cheyenne Mountain in a golden light ー golden, like a prize to be earned.  Here at the trailhead, I was familiar with the task at hand. I was familiar with Dixon Trail’s demands. This is the trail climbing up Colorado Springs’ second-most stor...

Garden Trimming in Action at CMSP. Our amazing all volunteer crew kicked off the season by giving our Native Plant Garden its first big spring trim. A huge thank you to everyone who showed up today — your hands will make our gardens bloom. Stay tuned…a full calendar of garden workdays is coming soon. ,

The board for the Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park met yesterday to reflect on 2025 and make some big plans for 2026.

We can't wait to continue to serve you in 2026.

It's the final weekend to recycle your tree- don't put it off any longer!

This Saturday, head to Cheyenne Mountain State Park with your live tree to recycle for just $5/tree. Please remove all decor before arrival. Recycled trees will be used for fish habitat or for mulch in Colorado State Parks.

Bring your Christmas Tree and help with our incredible recycling program. Last drop off date is this Saturday 9AM to 4PM at Cheyenne Mountain State Park.

Recycled Christmas trees given new life as fish habitats | Rocky Mountain PBS Recycled Christmas trees are particularly important during dry seasons, like this winter, when water levels are low.

Jan 10th is our final Christmas Tree Recycle Day. Bring your trees 9:00A to 4P on Saturday to Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Give your trees another purpose.

Recycled Christmas trees given new life as fish habitats | Rocky Mountain PBS Recycled Christmas trees are particularly important during dry seasons, like this winter, when water levels are low.