Access and User Services Department
Explore State Parks for Free with the Auraria Library!
Did you know you can check out State Park Passes from the Library?
Through the State Library Backpack Program — a partnership between the Department of Education, Parks and Wildlife, and the State Library — our Library offers everything you need for your next outdoor adventure.
Check out a State Park Pass to visit any state park for free! You can also borrow an Adventure Backpack filled with binoculars, park guides, and fun educational activities.
Outdoor Activity Books – Browse our special display featuring books on hiking, camping, birdwatching, and more!
Students, staff, and faculty can check out a pass and backpack for up to one week.
Visit the Ask Us Desk of the library to learn more or check one out today!
Steps to the State Parks:
- Use the pass to get into a state park for FREE.
- Use the backpack to explore, observe wildlife, and learn something new!
- Use the books to plan, read, and get inspired for your next trip.
