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.
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
Our StoryFeatured Upcoming Event
250th Year of
America Celebration
Celebrate America's 250th birthday — 1776 · 2026 — at the most beautiful spot in Colorado. Live festivities, patriotic spirit, official merch, and the whole community together at Palmer Lake.
See What's Coming
Get a feel for the one-of-a-kind Fourth of July celebration at Palmer Lake - community, patriotism, and Colorado beauty all in one place.
Other Upcoming Events
Current Projects
Feed the Troll
Support local artist Jodie Bliss in creating a beautiful troll sculpture under the pedestrian bridge — a whimsical landmark for our community.
Support the TrollTrain Art Project
Design decorative train cars on the bridge. All proceeds directly support lake restoration and parkland improvements.
Design a Car ✓ CompletedPickleball Courts
Newly completed professional-grade courts on the west side of the lake — free and open to the public.
Learn MoreHelp Us Restore Palmer Lake
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.