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Ridgway State Park Visitors Center
Last Updated: February 2026
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone
(970) 626-5822
Highlights
Flush toilets, potable water filling station, bookstore maps
Accessible
Yes
Overview
Stop If / Skip If
STOP IF: You need backcountry permits or detailed trail information. SKIP IF: You expect a park film or extensive permit services.
Why Visit
Best stop for first-timers needing orientation, basic facilities, and park maps
Highlights
Best For
First-time orientation, bathroom breaks, basic park information
Highlights
Flush toilets, potable water filling station, bookstore maps
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Parking Reality
Plentiful parking; RV/trailer parking available
Permit Protocol
Permits information not verified at this center; contact the park for current requirements
Facility Intel
Flush toilets indoors; potable water filling station; no public WiFi; cell signal fair to good
Best Time to Visit
Mornings on weekdays; summer for ranger talks
Seasonal Variations
Open year-round
Tips
- Maps available in the bookstore.
- Parking is plentiful.
- No public WiFi; plan ahead with cell service.
- Start here for trail recommendations.
Contact
Phone
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