Colorado Sports Betting
Online betting available
Launched May 2020 with a competitive multi-operator market.
Yes, sports betting is legal in Colorado as of October 26, 2026. The state offers regulated online sportsbooks overseen by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission, and 11 betting apps are currently tracked here. You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically within Colorado to bet.
Legal Status
Online betting available
Regulator
Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission
Governing law: HB19-1327 (2019), approved by voters as Proposition DD (November 2019)
College Player Props
No, No college player props allowed.
Sportsbook Apps Available in Colorado
The following major sportsbook apps are listed as operating in Colorado. Availability can change as operators launch, exit, or shift partnerships, always confirm current access and age requirements before creating an account.
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How to Start Betting in Colorado
Confirm you're eligible
You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically located in Colorado when you place a bet. Sportsbooks verify your location with geolocation technology.
Choose a licensed sportsbook
Pick from the operators licensed in Colorado (listed above). Each is regulated by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission.
Create and verify your account
Registration takes a few minutes and requires your legal name, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number for identity verification.
Deposit and place your first bet
Add funds with a supported payment method, then browse markets. Start small, set a budget before you play, and use the operator's responsible-gaming tools. New to reading a betting line? Start with how betting odds work.
About the Colorado Sports Betting Market
Launched May 2020 with a competitive multi-operator market. The market is overseen by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission, which licenses operators, enforces consumer protections, and publishes the official list of approved sportsbooks. With 11 apps tracked here, Colorado bettors have a range of choices for odds, markets, live betting, and promotions.
Before signing up, it’s worth comparing operators on the things that matter to you, odds quality, the breadth of markets, live/in-play betting, payout speed, and rewards. Our sportsbook directory compares coverage across states, and you can check Colorado’s college prop rules before placing any NCAA wagers. The promos page tracks each operator's current welcome offer.
Colorado College Player Prop Rules
| College Player Props | In-State Team Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| No | N/A | No college player props allowed. |
Sports Betting in States Near Colorado
Each neighboring jurisdiction licenses its own sportsbooks. An app only works while you are physically inside the state that licensed it, so crossing a border changes what you can use.
Kansas sports betting →
Online betting available 7 apps tracked
Nebraska sports betting →
Retail only No statewide app
New Mexico sports betting →
Retail only No statewide app
Oklahoma sports betting →
Not available Legal alternatives only
Utah sports betting →
Not available Legal alternatives only
Wyoming sports betting →
Online betting available 5 apps tracked
Colorado Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Colorado?
Yes. Colorado offers legal online sports betting regulated by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission.
Which betting apps are legal in Colorado?
As of October 26, 2026, 11 sportsbook apps operate legally in Colorado: Fanatics Sportsbook, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings, FanDuel, theScore Bet, BetRivers, bet365, Bally Bet, Circa Sports and Hard Rock Bet. You must be physically in Colorado to place a bet; the full list is above.
How old do you have to be to bet in Colorado?
You must be 21 or older to place a sports bet in Colorado, and you must be physically located within Colorado when you wager.
Do you have to live in Colorado to bet there?
No. You don’t need to be a resident, you only need to be physically inside Colorado when placing a bet. Sportsbooks confirm your location with geolocation before accepting wagers.
Are online sportsbooks in Colorado safe and legal?
Sportsbooks licensed by the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission are legal and subject to state oversight, including identity verification, fund protection, and responsible-gaming requirements. Avoid unlicensed offshore sites.
Can you bet college player props in Colorado?
No college player props allowed.
Who regulates sports betting in Colorado?
Sports wagering in Colorado falls under the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission.
Sources for this Colorado guide
- Colorado Division of Gaming and Limited Gaming Control Commission: the state regulator
- HB19-1327 (2019), approved by voters as Proposition DD (November 2019): The law decriminalized sports betting through licensed casinos and their online partners from May 1, 2020, under Department of Revenue regulation, with a tax approved by voters.
- Minimum age rule
- Colorado legislature: bill search