Erie History

Prior to the 1870s, and the development of the northern coal fields, settlers living along Coal Creek eked out their living as farmers or merchants. The few communities existing along the front range were miles apart by stagecoach or horseback.

About Erie

The reasons people call Colorado home often include a passion for the outdoors, a diverse and dynamic community and the contemporary pace to life that appeals to all ages.

Welcome to New Residents

New Resident Welcome Packets are mailed to residents after a utility service with the Town has been established. New Resident Packets are mailed within 60 days after new residents have received their first water bill.

Parks, Trails, and Open Space

Outdoor recreation is available for the whole family.

Climbing Schedule

Winter/Spring Pool Schedule

Winter/Spring 2019 Program Guide

Fitness Schedule

Up With People Coming to Erie!

The rundown includes international songs and dances, entertaining pop medleys, and original songs crafted to inspire people to make their own personal commitments to keeping hope alive in their communities.

This visit to Erie, CO is being sponsored by The...

Detours on Erie Parkway at Coal Creek Corridor

Beginning January 22, the first phase of detours will affect travel on Erie Parkway at Coal Creek as construction begins on the Erie Parkway Bridge.Eastbound motorists will be required to significantly decrease speed in preparation for merging into a sing...

Natural Gas Line Repairs

Beginning on Monday, January 21 and through Friday, SiteWise, an Xcel Energy contractor, will be working at E. County Line Road and Erie Parkway. Xcel Energy will also be onsite to execute ‘flaring’. The flaring is necessary in order t...

FREE Daily Admission for Furloughed Government Employees

The current government shutdown has become the longest in United States history. The Erie Parks & Recreation Department recognizes the emotional and physical toll the shutdown is taking on employees and is proudly offering FREE daily drop-in admission...