Park update for Jun 2026
Ute
Valley
Park.
A 550-acre urban wildland in Colorado Springs. We are the stewards dedicated to its preservation, maintenance, and community education.
Trail System Access
Mountain Views
Active Stewardship
Summer Essentials.
Hot, dry days put extra stress on visitors, wildlife, and the landscape. Here is how you can help care for the park this summer.
01
Carry More Water
Ute Valley has exposed stretches and little shade. Bring more water than you think you need, especially for kids and dogs.
02
Go Early or Late
Morning and evening visits are cooler, calmer, and easier on the trail. Avoid the hottest part of the day when you can.
03
Protect Dry Vegetation
Stay on designated trails and keep clear of dry grasses. Cutting across fragile areas increases erosion and fire risk.
04
Leash and Pack Out
Keep dogs leashed, carry pet waste all the way out, and give wildlife extra space during the busiest season.
Our Impact: 2025Our
Our
Impact.
A year of hands-on stewardship and a growing community of people who care about Ute Valley Park.
Park Care
76
Volunteers
331
Volunteer Hours
7
Stewardship Days
Community Reach
2,500
Instagram
2,100
Facebook
600
Subscribers
Latest News.
News and updates from Ute Valley Park.
Jun 22, 2026
Friends of Ute Valley Park Is Now an Independent Nonprofit
Friends of Ute Valley Park is now an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit, opening new doors for how we support and care for Ute Valley Park.
Apr 13, 2026
Travel on trails to protect Ponderosa pine roots
Ute Valley Park's Ponderosa pines are leaning on fragile shallow roots and living soil crusts during an extremely dry spring.
Mar 20, 2026
Spring arrives with new growth and new FUVP leadership
As Ute Valley Park wakes up for spring, FUVP thanks Molly Murrow, welcomes Jake Nixon as Historian, and invites volunteers to sign up for upcoming work days.
Support Ute Valley Park.
Give through our online donation form to help fund trail stewardship, education, and volunteer work in the park.
- Restore Trails
- Protect Wildlife
- Inspire Community
Or
Leave
No
Trace.
Ute Valley Park is a treasured urban wildland. Please help keep the park safe and clean for all visitors by following the Seven Principles.
Certified Partner
01
Plan Ahead & Prepare
A little preparation goes a long way! Check the forecast, plan your route, and review the park rules before heading out.
Principle 01
02
Travel on Durable Surfaces
Stay on the trail to protect the landscape around you. Stick to marked paths and respect Natural Preservation Area closures so plants and soil can thrive.
Principle 02
03
Dispose of Waste Properly
Follow a Pack-In, Pack-Out approach — carry out everything you carry in, including pet waste. This keeps Ute Valley Park looking (and smelling) bea-UTE-iful!
Principle 03
04
Leave What You Find
Take only photos, leave only footprints! Snap all the pictures you like, but please leave rocks, plants, and other natural treasures for the next visitor to enjoy.
Principle 04
05
Respect Wildlife
Observe all wildlife from a safe distance and never feed them. Keep dogs on leash to protect wildlife habitat — learn more about our leash guidelines.
Principle 05
06
Be Considerate of Other Visitors
A friendly hello goes a long way! Yield to other trail users, keep noise levels down, and share the trail so everyone can have a great time in the park.
Principle 06