The 15-acre Knight-Imler State Wildlife Area follows the South Platte River south of Fairplay. Fishing is allowed in accordance with state regulations but anglers must stay within 25 feet of the center of the river. Please visit the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website for a map of designated parking areas. To reach the State Wildlife Area, take Highway 285 south Read more...

The 1,500-acre 63 Ranch State Wildlife Area is located northwest of Antero Reservoir on Highway285 between Fairplay and Trout Creek Pass. Hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing are available in accordance with state fishing and hunting regulations. There are no facilities at the site and overnight camping is not allowed. To reach 63 Ranch, go 15 miles south from Fairplay on Read more...

The South Park Ranger District of the U.S. Forest Service consists of 456,599 acres located primarily in Park County and encompasses almost half of the South Park National Heritage Area. The district office is in Fairplay at the intersection of Highways 9 and 285. The district office has a small shop for educational materials, maps, and gifts and is the Read more...

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Weston Pass, at an elevation of 11,921 feet, is a high mountain pass that once served mining interests along Weston Pass Road. From the pass, visitors can see down the drainage of the South Fork of the South Platte River towards South Park as well as Weston Peak to the north and the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness Area to the south. Read more...

Tie Hack Trail is a 3-mile summer use and a 5-mile winter use trail. It is a fairly primitive route that incorporates old logging roads and in some stretches there is just minimal clearing through the trees; however, it is marked with arrows making it is easier to follow. Please be aware and respectful of private property while using this Read more...

The Rich Creek Trailhead provides access to the the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness Area via the Ridgeview and Rich Creek Trails. Hiking, backpacking, horse riding, and dispersed camping are allowed along the trail in accordance with Wilderness Area restrictions. The Rich Creek Trail and a portion of the Rough & Tumbling Creek Trail create a 13-mile loop that is a favorite Read more...