Snowmobile Program Grants
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Snowmobile Program Grant funds projects that improve snowmobile trails, equipment, facilities, and safety initiatives statewide.
Funder: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Snowmobile Program Grant applications, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical annual pool ~$350,000–$400,000; recent individual awards ranged from $8,000–$130,000; most projects are 1-year.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance snowmobile recreation in Colorado, including equipment, trail, and facility improvements.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines are projected and may change.
Description
The Snowmobile Program Grant, administered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), funds projects aimed at improving snowmobile recreation opportunities across Colorado. Grants support the purchase and repair of snow groomers, trailhead upgrades, construction or maintenance of storage facilities, and acquisition of signage and trail marking materials. The program also funds safety, education, enforcement patrols, and avalanche information initiatives. Funding is generated through snowmobile registrations and use permits, and the program partners with organizations such as the Colorado Snowmobile Association to ensure responsible and safe snowmobile use throughout the state.
