BRIGHTON — Did Santa bring you a telescope for Christmas? It is a great time of year to visit Barr Lake State Park for star gazing. Join local astronomy enthusiasts from the Brighton Astronomy Club on Saturday, Jan. 8 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Cottonwood Picnic Area to check out Jupiter and the crescent moon while enjoying cocoa and cookies!
Barr Lake State Park is open daily. The Nature Center is open from Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. Barr Lake State Park is located at 13401 Picadilly Road, 20 minutes northeast of Denver on I-76 at exit 22. A $7 daily park pass or a Colorado State Parks annual pass is required to enjoy the park.
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado’s 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado’s economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state’s favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,100 campsites, and 57 cabins and yurts.
Source: Colorado State Parks