Camping reservations still available at state parks for Independence Day weekend

Eleven Colorado State Parks still have campsites available for the coming holiday weekend and day use is still an option at all state parks. Those wishing to camp in the great outdoors this coming weekend can make reservations at the following Colorado State Parks:

 * Arkansas Headwaters
 * Bonny
 * Crawford
 * Colorado River - Island Acres
 * Eleven Mile
 * Fruita
 * John Martin
 * Rifle Gap
 * San Luis
 * State Forest
 * Vega

Reservations are available online at www.parks.state.co.us  or by calling
(800) 678-2267 or (303) 470-1144 in the Denver area. Reservations at
Colorado State Parks can be made year-round, up to six months in advance and within at least three days of a desired arrival date. Depending on services provided, campground prices range from $7 to $22 per night.

Day use is always an option, and with 41 parks to choose from, Colorado
State Parks offer something for everyone.  A wide variety of day use
activities range from picnicking, fishing, biking, horseback riding,
boating, hiking or just plain relaxing.  Visit www.parks.state.co.us to find
out which parks offer your activity of choice.

Attracting more than 11 million visitors per year, Colorado's 41 State Parks
are a vital cornerstone in Colorado's economy and quality of life, offering
some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado
State Parks manages more than 4,000 campsites, 57 cabins and yurts,
encompassing 246,000 land and water acres.

For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us