Mueller State Park

08/31/2026

Happy September everyone! This season is going by fast. Here are the events for this week:

Fri, Sept. 4: Basic Survival for Kids
2-3 p.m. Meet at Camper Services
How do you prepare for a hike? What should you pack? What do you do if you get lost? Learn survival skills everyone can use. This program is geared towards kids and their guardians, but all are welcome. Ages 5 and up.

Fri, Sept. 4: Wandering Wagon-All About Black Bears
6:30-7:30pm Along Wapiti Road
The bear wagon will be wandering through the campgrounds full of fun things to investigate like bear fur, skull, claws, tracks and more.

Sun, Sept. 6: Junior Rangers at the Pond
10-11 a.m. Meet at Peak View Trailhead
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the ponds and critters at Mueller State Park? Investigate aquatic life in the park, become a Junior Ranger and collect a dragonfly keychain. Children and their grown ups should attend together. There is limited parking at Peak View trailhead. Homestead trailhead and the Comfort Station are close by and have extra parking.

08/29/2026

Aspens get all the hype, but they aren't the only gorgeous golden views in the park. Thanks Sam for sharing this beautiful photo along Cheesman Ranch Trail. 🍂

08/27/2026

Happy National Dog Day! This is close enough right? It's cute, furry and begs like a dog. 🐕 No! Keep wildlife, like this golden-mantled ground squirrel wild by letting them find natural foods. 🌰

Thanks Rick for this photo taken from Raven Ridge Overlook. Share a picture of your favorite domestic furry friend in the comments. 🐾

08/24/2026

More events to close out the month including a bird walk and talk by local bird expert, Joe LaFleur on Saturday! Details on all events below:

Mon, Aug 24: Junior Rangers at the Pond
10-11 a.m. Meet at Peak View Trailhead
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the ponds and critters at Mueller State Park? Investigate aquatic life in the park, become a Junior Ranger and collect a dragonfly keychain. Children and their grown ups should attend together. There is limited parking at Peak View trailhead. Homestead trailhead and the Comfort Station are close by and have extra parking.

Tue, Aug. 25: Cheesman Ranch & High Point Hike
9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Grouse Mountain Trailhead
Get in some distance with this roughly 6.5 mile hike. See the many habitats in the park like forests, meadows and valleys as you pass the historic Cheesman Ranch. End with a short climb to the highest point in the park to enjoy beautiful views.

Wed, Aug. 26: Yoga in the Woods
10-11:15 a.m. Meet at Rock Pond Trailhead
Use yoga based standing movements among trees, plants, animals, earth and sky to build strength and resilience in our bodies and minds. There is a short hike to the location. Please dress in comfortable clothes that you can move in and wear sturdy lightweight walking shoes. Bring a water bottle. All levels of fitness are welcome. No equipment needed. Participants must be able to walk independently on uneven surfaces.

Wed, Aug. 26: Dark Sky Hike
8:15-9:15 p.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead
Watch the night sky unfold. Learn how to find the north star, constellations and fun facts about the cosmos. Easy 1-mile round trip hike. Dress for cool weather. Bring a headlamp.

Thu, Aug. 27: Guided Pond Hike
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Wapiti Trailhead
Explore aquatic areas in the park including Brook, Rock and Geer Ponds on this 5 mile moderate hike including 900ft of elevation change.

Fri, Aug. 28: Noticing Nature Hike and Bracelet Workshop
9-11 a.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead
Take time to notice the small details that make nature beautiful. Join us for a slow one-mile hike followed by a bracelet-making activity based on what in nature inspires you.

Fri, Aug. 28: Knee High Nature
2-3 p.m. Meet at Camper Services
Explore the wonders of nature at your level! Fun program for kids. Best for ages 3-5, but all are welcome

Sat, Aug. 29: Bird Hike
8:30-9:45am Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead
Migrating birds are passing through Mueller for the annual flight south. Joe LaFleur, local bird expert and author of the “Mountain Birds of Teller County”, will be our special guest guide. 1-mile slow-paced walk.

Sat, Aug. 29: Bird Talk with Joe LaFleur
10:00-11:00 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center
Come spend time with Joe LaFleur, wildlife biologist and local author of “Mountain Birds of Teller County” as he teaches how to identify common breeding birds of the park by sight and sound.

Sat, Aug. 29: Drawing Cats of Colorado Class
1-3 p.m. Meet at the Visitor Center Auditorium
Learn how to use different mediums of sketching while drawing wild cats of Colorado. Anyone with an interest in art is welcome to join!

Sun, Aug. 30: Junior Rangers on the Trail
10-11:30 a.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the forest and hiking at Mueller State Park? Hike to the first outlook, record sightings in your own nature journal and collect a compass keychain. Best for ages 6-12, but all are welcome. Children and their grown ups should attend together.

Sun, Aug. 30: Beadwork Workshop
2-3:30 p.m. Meet at the Visitor Center Auditorium
Create a necklace inspired by Indigenous cultures while learning about the practice of beadwork.

08/22/2026

Fun view from the park this morning along the POW/MIA Memorial Highway. 🇺🇸 💪 You are not forgotten.

08/19/2026

We are known for our beautiful, well maintained trails thanks to our dedicated trail crew! This year they have improved trails 27 & 4, continued to chip down trees and worked on tree beetle mitigation around the campgrounds. 🌲 💪

The park wouldn’t be the same without this fun 😜 group of staff and volunteers. Who wants to join the crew?

08/19/2026

Mama animals are no joke! Check out this hen as she protects her babies from a flying predator. Always give young animals space and watch from afar so you don't end up in between them and mom.

08/17/2026

Here are the events for this week!

Tue, Aug. 18: Cheesman Ranch & High Point Hike
9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Grouse Mountain Trailhead
Get in some distance with this roughly 6.5 mile hike. See the many habitats in the park like forests, meadows and valleys as you pass the historic Cheesman Ranch. End with a short climb to the highest point in the park to enjoy beautiful views.

Wed, Aug. 19: Boots and Books
9-11 a.m. Meet at Outlook Ridge Trailhead
Share about your favorite stories you’ve read on this two mile guided hike through the forest. Bring an audio book with headphones, a paper book or just your thoughts. There will be time to sit and chat about your books at a scenic overlook.

Thu, Aug. 20: Archery
(Registration not required on weekdays)
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet at Dragonfly Pond Parking Lot
Test your skills or try a new one at this beginner archery class. All supplies are provided, simply come with your listening ears and a good attitude. All ages are welcome; bows have a draw weight of 6-20lbs. A nerf bow station will be available for those unable to
pull back the bow string. Some adaptable equipment is available. Call for more details.

Fri, Aug. 21: Lichens Hike
10-11 a.m. Meet at Peak View Trailhead
Lichens are everywhere, but they are experts at playing hide-and-seek. They look like crust on a tree or rock, but are actually tiny living worlds hiding right in front of your eyes. Come take a closer look and see what secrets they’re keeping on this 1 mile hike.

Fri, Aug. 21: Campground Sing-Along
6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet at the Amphitheater
Sing-along to some of your favorite and familiar tunes in this upbeat, interactive event while moving and clapping to the rhythm! Ranging from Disney songs to familiar Classic Rock tunes for the whole family to dance to & enjoy! Bring your ukulele or guitar if you play.

Sat, Aug. 22: Guided Pond Hike
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet at Rock Pond Trail
Discover beautiful water features at the park. You will see 4 ponds in the park along with plants and animals that enjoy being near water. This is a 5 mile moderate hike led by volunteer naturalist, Rose.

Sat, Aug. 22: Junior Rangers in the Forest
10-11 a.m. Meet in front of the Visitor Center
Explore the park's wilderness and wildlife, earn a Junior Ranger badge and collect a bear keychain. Come prepared to spend time outside. Children and their grown ups should attend together.

Sun, Aug. 23: Fly Fishing Basics
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet at Dragonfly Pond Parking Lot
Learn how to fly fish and how it’s different from other styles like bait fishing, trolling, and spinning. Use your new or seasoned skills to try to catch a fish at one of Mueller’s favorite ponds. Bring a camp chair and water. Best for ages 10 and older. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 21 spots available.

Sun, Aug. 23: Story of Pikes Peak Hike
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead
Take in beautiful views of the west side of Pikes Peak on this 2 mile hike. Along the way hear about how Pikes Peak was formed, the people who’ve climbed it over history and how it became America’s mountain.

Sun, Aug. 23: Big Backyard
2-3:30 p.m. Meet at the Amphitheater
Discover what animals live in the park and how to identify them with their tracks and s**t (poo!). This program is geared towards ages 5-12, but all are welcome.

Sat, Aug. 23: Dark Sky Stories
8-9 p.m. Meet at the Amphitheater
Listen to stories from the perspective of plants and animals to learn how all living things are connected to the night sky and how you can protect them.

08/14/2026

There are a few spots left for Forest Bathing this Saturday, August 15 at 9:30am! Disconnect from the daily grind and reconnect with nature on this slow paced walk. Sign up open until 8pm Friday:

Unwind in nature’s joy & wonder through the healing practice of Forest Bathing/shinrin yoku. Join Forest Therapy Guide, Jane, for this peaceful 1.5 mile wander with prompts to quiet the mind, open the senses and connect closely with yourself & the land, closing with tea brewed from local plants. M...

08/12/2026

Be BearWise! We had multiple black bear sightings last week. You can keep yourself and bears safe with these simple tips:

Hikers-Pack out any food trash or scraps including fruit peels. 🍌

Campers-Put all food and items that smell like food in a bear box or locked vehicle. 🚗

Together we can keep the park a safe haven for people and wildlife!