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Colorado National Parks
Colorado National Parks Map
The Colorado National parks Map prominently marks all the major trails (National parks and Recreation Areas) of the state and presents relevant information about the geographical position of the national parks of the place. The map also shows significant details about Interstate Highways and states Highways, major Towns near the national park area.
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Description:Map of Colorado locating the national parks in the state. Disclaimer
The Colorado National Parks Map prominently marks all the major trails of the state. Also, the Colorado state map is a helpful guide which presents relevant information about the geographical position of the national parks of the place. Great Sand Dunes National Park\, Mesa Verde National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park and Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park are among the most-visited national parks of Colorado state.
How many National Parks in Colorado?
Colorado is home to four national parks, each of which is distinct and offers its unique features of what makes the state beautiful. Some of the nation's most remarkable natural landmarks are found within the boundaries of Colorado's four National Parks and preserves (Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes and Black Canyon of the Gunnison national park). They are home to some of the World's most wondrous and diverse scenery.
List of National Parks in Colorado
1 Rocky Mountain National Park 265,761 acres (415.252 sq mi; 107,550 ha; 1,075.50 km2) 26. Jan. 1915 Larimer / Grand / Boulder counties, Colorado, USA
2 Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park 30,750 acres (12,440 ha) 21. Oct. 1999 Montrose County, Colorado, United States
3 Curecanti National Recreation Area 43,095 acres (17,440 ha) 6. Feb. 1945 Gunnison and Montrose counties, Colorado, USA
4 Mesa Verde National Park 52,485 acres (21,240 ha) 29. Jun. 1906 Montezuma County, Colorado, United States, North America
5 Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve 84,997 acres (34,397 ha)[ 13. Sep. 2004 Saguache County and Alamosa County, Colorado, USA
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park -
The distinctive marble Cliff face is the main feature of the National Park. The park has some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. The Gunnison River, along with the forces of weathering, has sculpted this wilderness of rock, water, and sky.
Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve -
It has the highest and tallest dunes in North America. The National park is the centrepiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, conifer and aspen forest, alpine lakes, and tundra.
The park's 415 Square miles surrounds and protects the mountain environment and is known for its Crystal-Clear lakes and gushing waterfalls. The trail ridge road, at over 12,000 feet in the park, one can experience subalpine and alpine worlds-along with over 300 miles of hiking trails, wildflowers and wildlife.
Mesa Verde National Park -
Relics of ancient inhabitants, the park was established in 1906 to preserve and interpret the archaeological heritage of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home for over 700 years, from 600 to 1300 CE. Today, the park protects nearly 5,000 known archaeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings.
Activities in Colorado National Parks
The Colorado National parks are famous for many things that can be done during various times of the year. The main activities are:
Camping: The Morefield Campground in Mesa Verde National park is open from Mid-April to Mid October. Timber Creek on the Grand Lake Side in Rocky Mountain National park.
Fishing: one can access Gunnison River, it is designated as Gold Medal Water and wild Trout Water. Alpine lakes and Streams occur throughout the park.
Hiking and Rock Climbing: Trails for all abilities are available on both South and North Rims in Black Canyon of the Gunnison national park as well around Mesa Verde.
Horseback Riding: About 260 miles of trails are open to horse use in Rocky Mountain National Park, which accounts for about 80% of the park's trail system.
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Best time to visit Colorado National Parks
The best time to visit National Parks in Colorado from June to September in summer months when the snow is (mostly) melted and hiking trails and attractions are accessible. Though the national parks and recreation area in Colorado also serve as winter recreational hotspots. The activities such as snowshoeing and cross country skiing are there. There is a 2-mile trail for snowmobiling which connects the town of Grand Lake with trails in the Arapaho National Forest.
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