Restore.
Revive.
Reconnect.
Awake Palmer Lake is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to salvaging, restoring, and recreating the natural majesty of our town's namesake lake.
He’s awake. Now he needs a name.
Palmer Lake’s new troll was unveiled beneath the pedestrian bridge — and now it’s the community’s turn to name him. Every donation is a vote, and 100% supports the artist and the town’s next piece of public art.
Name the TrollFeatured Upcoming Event
The Palmer Lake .5K
YES — THAT’S POINT FIVE K.
546 yards of scenic glory around Palmer Lake in peak fall color. A donut at the halfway mark, a cold beer or root beer at the finish, and bragging rights for life. Walkers, strollers, and good dogs on leashes all welcome.
Early-bird pricing from $15 · ends August 31 · 100% of proceeds fund Palmer Lake
More Than a Lake —
A Community
To restore, preserve and enhance the natural landmark Palmer Lake, the beauty of its surrounding park land and to enhance and update surrounding recreation area.
Palmer Lake Restoration Project (Awake Palmer Lake) · 501(c)(3) EIN: 84-1360279
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Every dollar donated, every hour volunteered, every event attended moves us closer to a fully restored lake — a gem at the heart of our Colorado community.