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State Forest State Park sits in North Park, and a pass gets you in

State Forest State Park east of Walden is run by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and like other state parks it needs an entrance pass to drive in.

Published June 10, 2026 - Last verified June 11, 2026

East of Walden, along Highway 14 near Gould, State Forest State Park spreads across the Medicine Bow Range. It is a state park, which means Colorado Parks and Wildlife runs it, and the rules that come with a state park apply here too.

The first one to plan for is the entrance pass. Like other Colorado state parks, a vehicle needs a valid pass to drive in. That can be a daily vehicle pass bought at the park, or the annual Keep Colorado Wild Pass that many residents add when they renew their vehicle registration. Prices change, so check the current amount rather than assuming.

North Park is known for moose, and the park has a Moose Visitor Center along the highway. Seeing wildlife is never guaranteed on any single visit, but the basin is a place people come hoping to spot them. Give animals room and stay in your vehicle when they are close to the road.

The park also has campgrounds, cabins, yurts, and trails, and high-country conditions can change fast in any season. Before you go, check the current park page for hours, the Moose Visitor Center season, pass options, and what is open.

For passes, camping, and current conditions at State Forest State Park, start with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

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Last reviewed
June 11, 2026