{"title":"Policies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe “Keep It Fun, Keep It Safe” Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to \u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eCuchara Mountain Park (CMP)\u003c\/strong\u003e—where the snow is fresh, the vibes are friendly, and the mountain is yours to explore. To keep everyone safe and smiling, we’ve put together a few important policies. Nothing scary—just the basics so you can focus on the good stuff: \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"653\"\u003elaps, laughs, and powder days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"uphill-policy-waiver","title":"Uphill Policy Waiver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBring Receipt to the ticket window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuchara Mountain Park Winter Uphill \u0026amp; Backcountry Access Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe welcome all backcountry enthusiasts to explore Cuchara Mountain Park (CMP) in the winter! Whether you're here to earn your turns via uphill skiing, split boarding, snowshoeing, or just winter hiking, you are considered an uphill user. This applies even if you are just using the park for backcountry access to the USFS land above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the safety of all park users and yourself, all uphill and backcountry winter users must agree to, follow, our Uphill Policy.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll participants MUST agree to the Uphill Policy!\u003c\/b\u003e Y\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eou can do so by selecting one of the options Waiver or Donate to \"purchase\". \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/1506\/3065\/files\/MAP_FullMountainMap_NewLogo.png?v=1762518768\" alt=\"Cuchara Mountain Park boundaries and Snow Play area\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUphill Map, includes everything in the darkened US Forest area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUphill Access\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour free uphill waiver is your agreement to follow the policy and is required for all \u003cb\u003euphill travel\u003c\/b\u003e in CMP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUphill waivers are \u003cb\u003eFREE\u003c\/b\u003e, but a \u003cb\u003e$10 donation\u003c\/b\u003e is suggested to help with the continued maintenance and operation of \u003cb\u003eCuchara Mountain Park\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety and Responsibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour \u003cb\u003esafety is your own responsibility\u003c\/b\u003e. Please be advised:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCMP Ski Patrol is NOT on duty\u003c\/b\u003e outside of operating hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerrain outside of the park, and within the park outside of operating hours, is \u003cb\u003enot patrolled, maintained, or cleared of hazards\u003c\/b\u003e. This is true \u003cb\u003ebackcountry skiing\u003c\/b\u003e—be aware of natural and man-made obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 911 for all emergencies.\u003c\/b\u003e Be prepared to give your exact location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways check the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" title=\"Colorado Avalanche Conditions: Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC)\" href=\"https:\/\/avalanche.state.co.us\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor current \u003cb\u003eavalanche conditions\u003c\/b\u003e. (Link to CAIC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNO sledding is allowed on ski runs in CMP.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotorized vehicles are \u003cb\u003eNOT allowed\u003c\/b\u003e in CMP, with the exception of authorized operations and maintenance vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eUphill Travel Rules: Be Seen, Stay Clear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll \u003cb\u003euphill users\u003c\/b\u003e must adhere to the following rules to ensure safe operations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisibility is mandatory in the dark:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a \u003cb\u003eheadlamp\u003c\/b\u003e and wear \u003cb\u003ereflective clothing\u003c\/b\u003e so mountain operations (like snowcats and snowmobiles) can see you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways \u003cb\u003estay on designated routes\u003c\/b\u003e during designated times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ascending, \u003cb\u003estay far to the uphill right side\u003c\/b\u003e of runs to maintain visibility and avoid machinery\/downhill skiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou \u003cb\u003eMUST obey all posted signs, ropes, and closures\u003c\/b\u003e. Do not enter closed terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf leaving the park to access \u003cb\u003eUSFS backcountry\u003c\/b\u003e, please only exit and re-enter at the marked gates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBE AWARE: \u003c\/b\u003eAs a skier or snowshoer, you assume the inherent risks of the activity under the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Colorado Skier Safety Act\" href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.state.co.us\/userfiles\/File\/Media\/Law_School\/Feb_2009\/SkiSafetyAct.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColorado Skier Safety Act\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Always follow the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"National Ski Areas Association Responsibility Code\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nsaa.org\/NSAA\/Safety\/Responsibility_Code\/NSAA\/Safety\/Your_Responsibility_Code.aspx?hkey=341ee8dd-2dba-4255-b689-6105e62352d7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNational Ski Areas Association Responsibility Code\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuchara Mountain Park will not be responding to medical emergencies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesignated Access Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-Operating Days or Before\/After Operating Hours (Mornings \u0026amp; Evenings)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may use \u003cb\u003eany open runs\u003c\/b\u003e for \u003cb\u003euphill travel\u003c\/b\u003e, but \u003cb\u003estay as far looker’s right as possible.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBE AWARE:\u003c\/b\u003e Mountain operations (grooming, snowmaking) may be conducted at any time. \u003cb\u003eUphill access\u003c\/b\u003e may be restricted for safety reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse extreme caution!\u003c\/b\u003e Operational conditions are variable and include unmitigated \u003cb\u003eavalanche hazards\u003c\/b\u003e and low visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuring Winter Operational Hours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUphill access is restricted to designated routes only\u003c\/b\u003e (Check maps).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways \u003cb\u003eBE AWARE\u003c\/b\u003e of downhill skiers, other park users, and mountain operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mountain may be closed to \u003cb\u003euphill access\u003c\/b\u003e during race training, special events, or heavy grooming\/snowmaking periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkin Track Etiquette \u0026amp; Dogs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRespect your fellow \u003cb\u003ebackcountry enthusiasts\u003c\/b\u003e and the mountain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDO NOT boot pack\u003c\/b\u003e (walk directly) in the set \u003cb\u003eskin track\u003c\/b\u003e—it ruins the track for others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease fill in your snow pits and practice \u003cb\u003eLeave No Trace\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDogs:\u003c\/b\u003e Are allowed outside of CMP operating hours but must be under control. \u003cb\u003eNo dogs are allowed on the mountain during operating hours\u003c\/b\u003e unless you are passing through to \u003cb\u003eUSFS backcountry\u003c\/b\u003e. If so, they must be on a leash, and you must stick to the far looker's right. Always clean up after your pet!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cuchara Mountain Park","offers":[{"title":"DONATION","offer_id":51594438639897,"sku":"Uphill_Policy_Waiver_Donation","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"WAIVER - FREE","offer_id":51594433331481,"sku":"Uphill_Policy_Waiver_Free","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/1506\/3065\/files\/Product_Donate.png?v=1761942722"},{"product_id":"sledding-snow-play","title":"Sledding \u0026 Snow Play Waiver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBring Receipt to the ticket window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Safe Sledding \u0026amp; Snow Play at Cuchara Mountain Park!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to a fantastic winter season at \u003cb\u003eCuchara Mountain Park\u003c\/b\u003e! We invite everyone to enjoy the snow, but to ensure the safety of all guests and park users, \u003cb\u003eall sledding and snow play activities MUST be restricted to the designated Snow Play Area ONLY - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSledding is strictly prohibited on all ski runs at all times.\u003c\/b\u003e (please refer to the map below - Snow Play area in Green).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll participants MUST AGREE to our Snow Play Area Policy!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eYou can do so by selecting one of the options Waiver or Donate to \"purchase\". \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuchara Mountain Park Snow Play Rules\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady for some safe, snowy fun? \u003c\/strong\u003eTo access CMP’s official designated sledding and snow play zone, you must complete our free, one-time registration for the winter season. Every person planning to use the Cuchara winter activities area, including supervising adults, must register prior to play.\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Register for Sledding and Snow Play\" href=\"https:\/\/givebutter.com\/SNOWPLAY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor everyone’s safety, sledding and snow tubing on Cuchara Mountain Park's ski trails is absolutely prohibited. Registered guests may only enjoy sledding within the \u003cb\u003edesignated snow play area\u003c\/b\u003e located to the north of the park (see map).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Cuchara Mountain Park boundaries and Snow Play area\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/1506\/3065\/files\/MAP_TrailMap_NewLogo.png?v=1762518723\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSnow Play Area Policy for Safe Sledding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the \u003cb\u003eCuchara Mountain Park sledding\u003c\/b\u003e area by following these simple rules:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStay within the Designated Sledding Zone.\u003c\/b\u003e Do not sled outside this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBYOS (Bring Your Own Sled):\u003c\/b\u003e Only plastic sleds are permitted. Skis and snowboards are not allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHours of Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e The Snow Play Zone opens daily at 9:00 am and closes at sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily Snow Fun Cuchara:\u003c\/b\u003e The area is open to families and all ages!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult Supervision:\u003c\/b\u003e Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Fun:\u003c\/b\u003e Smiles, giggling, building awesome snowmen, and snow sculptures!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProhibited Items:\u003c\/b\u003e No alcohol or glass is allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConduct:\u003c\/b\u003e No rough play allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Attire:\u003c\/b\u003e Proper footwear and layered clothing are recommended—it’s cold out there!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse at Your Own Risk:\u003c\/b\u003e This \u003cb\u003edesignated sledding zone\u003c\/b\u003e is not monitored or patrolled. Users are solely responsible for judging snow conditions and the safety of the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePets:\u003c\/b\u003e For their safety, dogs must be on a leash and kept out of the immediate play area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmergencies:\u003c\/b\u003e In case of emergency, please call 911 immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaution:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSnow play area\u003c\/b\u003e use can be hazardous. Risks include, but are not limited to, collisions and variable surfaces (snow, packed snow, ice).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuchara Mountain Park","offers":[{"title":"DONATION","offer_id":51594730668313,"sku":"SleddingSnowPlayWaiver_Donation","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"WAIVER - FREE","offer_id":51594675224857,"sku":"SleddingSnowPlayWaiver_Free","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/1506\/3065\/files\/Product_Donate.png?v=1761942722"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/1506\/3065\/collections\/Product_Waiver_RedSnowflake.png?v=1769973839","url":"https:\/\/cucharamountainpark.org\/collections\/policies.oembed","provider":"Cuchara Mountain Park","version":"1.0","type":"link"}