State park

Cherry Creek State Park

The park entrance is 1.7 miles from Cherry Creek on paved roads. 133 campsites. Day-use fee: Daily vehicle pass $10-$15. Cherry Creek State Park is a state park in Arapahoe County, Colorado.

Cherry Creek State Park
Photo: Harry Weddington, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Public domain

Cherry Creek State Park map

Cherry Creek State Park boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Agency fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

County and local burn bans may also apply on private, state, or county land nearby. On federal land, follow the land manager's order; off it, follow the strictest county or local rule that applies. When both touch your trip, obey both.

Common questions

Cherry Creek State Park has 133 developed campsites. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservations via cpwshop.com or 1-800-244-5613, up to six months ahead (as of September 30, 2026).
Entry to Cherry Creek State Park: Daily vehicle pass $10-$15.
No, day use at Cherry Creek State Park does not need a reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.
Cherry Creek State Park is 1.7 miles from Cherry Creek on paved roads.
RV dump station on site. Showers available. Flush restrooms.
Visitor Center/Campground Office: Daily, Sept 12 to Sept 30th: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct 1 to Oct 31: 9 a.m.-6 p.m (as of September 30, 2026).
Yes, dogs are allowed at Cherry Creek State Park.
Yes, Cherry Creek is open to swimming at Cherry Creek State Park.

Before you go

Cherry Creek State Park is 1.7 miles from Cherry Creek on paved roads.

Day use needs no reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.

  • RV dump station on site
  • Showers available
  • Flush restrooms

Camping at Cherry Creek State Park

Cherry Creek State Park has 133 developed campsites. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservations via cpwshop.com or 1-800-244-5613, up to six months ahead (as of September 30, 2026).

Reserve a site with the park's booking system

What to see

  • State park Designation in agency park name
  • Creek Named in agency park title
  • State park system unit Listed on the agency park identity roster

Swimming

  • Cherry Creek

Fishing and water

Fishing inside the park boundary: Cherry Creek Reservoir fishing , with the stocking record and species on fishypedia.com.

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