The Parks & Community Services Department provides a variety of programs and services that are valued by our residents and enhance the quality of life in El Paso County.
Executive Director,
(719) 520-6399 Telephone
Parks Trails and Open Space Questions
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Office Closed Legal Holidays
2002 Creek Crossing St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Meet the administration for the Parks & Community Services Department
Learn about the many local and national awards received by the Parks & Community Services Department
Learn about the grants received by the Parks & Community Services Department
Learn about and participate in Parks and Community Services by volunteering on a board or commission
The El Paso County Noxious Weed Advisory Commission (NWAC) consists of three members residing in unincorporated El Paso County, with at least two members required to own forty acres or more. The commission members are actively engaged in addressing noxious weed concerns across the County. They provide advice to the Environmental Division on the control,…
El Paso County Nature Centers are hosting a sticker design contest! Help create a sticker for Fountain Creek Nature Center, and/or Bear Creek Nature Center and win some fun Nature Center prizes if your design is selected. Read through the details below and use the linked forms to submit your design by April 12!…
Saturday, April 19, Bear Creek & Fountain Creek Nature Centers Enjoy an interactive puppet show then join the Bunny Guide to search for eggs on the trail and exchange your finds for a chocolate bunny! Fun and educational; meet live bunnies! Ages 2+. This is NOT a drop-off program. 2 adults per child are free.…
