Parks
Hours of Operation
Parks located within the Town of Pagosa Springs are open from dawn to dusk with exceptions for special events.
Parking
Visitors to our parks may park their vehicles in designated parking areas or on the street. Parking and/or driving any motor vehicle in any park, playground or recreational facility, or to park or leave such vehicle in any place other than one designated for parking is prohibited. Reference Municipal Code Section 14.2.5.
Alcohol
The use of alcohol in Town Parks is banned by Ordinance 3.2.3(6), except by special event permit. To obtain a Special Events Liquor License contact the Town Clerk or click here. Please note that turn around time for obtaining a Special Events Liquor License is no less than 30 days.
Camping
Camping is not allowed at the Parks except when authorized by the Parks & Recreation Department for special events. This includes camping in parking lots adjacent to the parks.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome in Pagosa Springs parks. The Town of Pagosa Springs has a leash law, Ordinance 4.1.4, in which dog owners are required to have control of their dog with a leash or lead. Dog owners are also required to immediately clean up any dog waste that their animal desposits in the park. The Parks Department has Mutt Mitt stations in all of the parks and along the riverwalk to aid dog owners in this task.
Fishing
Fishing is allowed in designated areas of the Town Parks. Individuals over the age of 15 fishing in the parks must have a Colorado State Fishing License and adhere to the Colorado Department of Wildlife standards. Bait fishing only is allowed and there is a two (2) fish limit.
For additional park rules please review Section 14.2.5 of the Municipal Code.