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. – 5:00 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, September 16, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain CO Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors can register for fun sessions to meet badge requirements for these badges: 9:00-11:00 Daisies-Buddy Camper 9:00-11:00 Brownies-Cabin Camper 1:00-3:00 Brownies-Outdoor Adventurer 1:00-3:00 Juniors-Eco Camper Sessions are limited. Prepaid registration required. $5 per girl scout…
It’s the cleanup’s 10 year anniversary, so make history with us as we clean the trails, woods, and creek in the park. Fountain Creek Nature Center- Saturday, September 30, 9:00 a.m.-noon 320 Peppergrass Lane, Fountain CO Call 719-520-6745 to register. Bear Creek Nature Center- Saturday, October 7, 9:00 a.m.- noon 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado…
Friday, September 22, 4:30-9:00 p.m. Bring out your friends, family, and fur-pals to decorate and launch a water lantern, participate in a light parade, roast marshmallows, drink some hot chocolate, hear stories about the stars, doggy-light-costume contest, and gather with your fellow community members for a wonderful evening of beautiful lights, music, food trucks, and…
