what is a kcw pass in co

The Keep Colorado Wild (KCW) Pass is a program offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) that allows Colorado residents to obtain a $29 pass when registering a car, motorcycle, recreational vehicle, or light truck. The pass is included in the vehicle registration total unless the owner chooses to opt out. The pass is linked to the vehicle license plate and registration card and provides access to all 43 Colorado State parks and other participating public lands. It does not grant access to federal recreation fee areas, state wildlife areas, or state trust lands. The pass supports the volunteer and equipment needs of search and rescue professionals across Colorado and avalanche safety programs through the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. Residents can opt out of the pass during the annual registration process with the DMV online, through a kiosk, by mail, or in person with a customer service representative. The pass does not replace camping or fishing passes, and activities such as camping, fishing, or hunting still require the appropriate reservations or licenses. The pass fee will be included in vehicle registration totals to make purchasing and investing in Colorado’s outdoors an easy step during the annual vehicle registration process.