Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PARAB)

To apply for an appointment, send an Application for Board Membership, a letter of interest, and a resume and/or statement of qualifications to the City Clerk.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board (PARAB) is to ensure day-to-day procedures that protect and maintain the natural environment of our parks using best practices that support a resilient and sustainable system that is welcoming, clean, and safe. PARAB will engage and educate the public by supporting dynamic, healthy, and diverse activities while stewarding the natural resources that are the foundation of the parks.

Vision Statement

Manitou Springs' park and recreation will connect people and the natural environment for the health and well being of all.

The parks and trails (PDF) of Manitou Springs provide a link with the town's past, accentuate the beauty of its natural setting and afford a multitude of leisure-time activities for residents and visitors alike.

Manitou Springs is home to some of the most scenic trails in the mountain west. From Barr Trail ascending Pikes Peak, to the hiking through Waldo Canyon, to hidden passageways through historical railroad tunnels, we have trails to suit the rugged enthusiast as well as the more casual hiker, all with the opportunity to capture nature at its best.

Standard Operating Procedures 

Click here to view PARAB's Standard Operating Procedures.