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Park and Shelter Rentals

Parks are open for passive recreation (walking, running, biking), and some additional amenities; check specific parks for details on the  interactive map . These facilities will remain open as long as visitors adhere to all state and local operating protocols. This is subject to change based on future recommendations and/or requirements from city, county, state or government authorities.
NEW:  Effective Friday, Nov. 20,2020  the order prohibits personal gatherings between members of different households, among other new restrictions. The state added this new level in response to a dramatic spike in cases across Colorado.

New Group Rentals

New shelter rental, large group permits, and park alcohol permits will not be issued for the remainder of the 2020 season.  Groups of 10 or fewer with participants spaced at least 6-feet apart, face coverings worn as feasible, and observation of appropriate disinfection and hygiene practices are allowed. This is subject to change based future recommendations and/or requirements from city, county, state or government authorities. 

Existing Group Rental Update 

Pending shelter and large group permits will be considered for groups over 10, with participants spaced at least 6 feet apart, face coverings worn as feasible, and observation of appropriate disinfection and hygiene practices.  

Applicants must provide a written COVID-19 plan in accordance with the statewide  Outdoor Events Guidance .  A complete  COVID-19 PLAN pdf must specifically address how the event organizer will facilitate and maintain public health requirements for venues, vendors, employees/volunteers, performers/competitors and hosts/attendees. Applicants must use the  Social Distancing Calculator to determine the maximum occupancy of the proposed event footprint. This is subject to change based future recommendations and/or requirements from city, county, state or government authorities.