Check in Early this Fall for a Cabin Getaway
Fall Cabin Getaways at Colorado State Parks
A fall cabin getaway at one of Colorado’s State Parks can be just the ticket you need to “check out” and groove with the fall colors. Colorado is known for its stunning natural landscapes and diverse outdoor opportunities. Fall is arguably the best season as outdoor activities are more appealing with cooler temperatures, and the foliage is ablaze with vibrant colors. While traveling, consider stopping at a fall festival.Colorado's State Parks and Autumn
There are 42 State Parks in Colorado, each unique and providing various amenities. Below are the Colorado State Parks that offer cabin and yurt rentals, perfect for a fall cabin getaway. Consider a stop at a State Park as part of your leaf-peeping tour. View our State Parks Guide for complete information about Colorado’s State Parks.
State Parks with Cabin Getaway Options
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park: Located near Colorado Springs, this park has two camper-style cabins with panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains. The fall foliage here contrasts beautifully with the red rock formations.
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park: Located just outside of Denver, this park offers a variety of cabins, yurts, and a four-bedroom guest house. You can also access beautiful hiking trails through aspen groves. The fall foliage here usually peaks from mid-September to early October.
- Mancos State Park: This lesser-known park in the southwestern part of the state offers yurts with stunning views of the fall foliage reflected in the water. The park is surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
- Mueller State Park: Situated near Divide, CO., This State Park offers three cozy cabins with bathrooms, kitchens, porches, fireplaces, and living space. Each is in a private forested area with access to 50 miles of trails. The park’s diverse ecosystems lead to breathtaking fall colors, making it a prime location for leaf-peeping.
- Navajo State Park: Enjoy extensive aquatic activities and stay in one of three beautiful cabins, each with two bedrooms and furnished with modern appliances, showers, and restrooms. The cabins, located in Navajo’s oldest campground, overlook the reservoir.
- Ridgeway State Park: Nestled in the San Juan Mountains, Ridgeway State Park features yurts with views of the surrounding peaks and the reservoir. The park is known for its wildlife and is an excellent spot for fall photography.
- State Forest State Park: This park, often called the “moose Viewing Capital of Colorado,” offers six cabins—two of which are more oversized lodge-style and accommodate up to 20 people—access to 71,000 acres of mountainous terrain, a chance to see moose amid the fall foliage, and ample hiking and wildlife spotting opportunities.
- Sylvan Lake State Park: Tucked away in the White River National Forest, this park offers eight small and one large cabins nestled among the trees near a serene mountain lake. The park’s aspen groves create a picturesque setting during the fall months.
- Steamboat Lake State Park: Situated alongside Steamboat Lake and surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks. Trails within the park extend into Routt National Forest and offer spectacular views of aspen tree fall foliage. Camper-style cabins are available.
- Vega State Park: Has five camper-style cabins nestled on the slopes of the Grand Mesa and surrounded by lush vegetation. Access the canyons, cliffs, and mountains from these cabins.
