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
Saturday, January 25, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center Enjoy an art class with practicing artist Saraiya Kanning using water-soluble Pilot V5 ink pens to draw a variety of local trees, snow-capped mountains, and icy creeks in this fun, all levels class. Saraiya’s classes aim to nurture the seeds of creativity in each participant…
Saturday, January 18, 3:00-9:00 p.m. Bear Creek Nature Center Learn with fellow nature nerds at this adults only day camp! We’ll view our day star, the Sun, as well as night stars and constellations. Join Colorado Springs Astronomical Society to gaze through telescopes and learn the science of stars. Take a hike to enjoy the…
Friday, December 13, 5:00-8:00 p.m. 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Join us for Bear Creek Nature Center’s annual holiday celebration! Enjoy live music, chili dinner from Texas Roadhouse, Santa, hot chocolate, take-home craft kits, and a walk on luminary lit nature trails. Preregister for specific hour-long time frames. $8 per person including…
