Colorado State Flags

Colorado Flag Buying Guide: Built for the High Country

Flying the "C" in Colorado requires a flag that can handle thin air and extreme temperature swings. Choosing the right material for your specific mountain or valley location is essential:

• For Maximum UV Protection (The High-Altitude Sun): High-elevation sun is the #1 enemy of Colorado flags. Our Heavy-Duty Nylon Colorado Flags are vapor-jetted with specialized UV-inhibitors to protect the red, white, and blue from sun-bleaching, ensuring your flag stays vibrant through the long summer days.
• For Chinook Winds & Storms (2-Ply Tough-Ply Polyester CO Flag): If you are located in the Front Range or Western Slope, you know how quickly wind speeds can climb. Our 2-Ply Polyester features an open-weave design that allows high-velocity gusts to pass through the fabric, making it the most durable choice for the Rockies.
• The Tidmore Standard: Every Colorado flag we sell is 100% Made in the USA, FMAA-certified, and strictly follows the Official Design of 1911. We ensure the "C" and the golden disk are perfectly centered and color-matched to state code.

If you’re not sure whether nylon or polyester is right for your display, check out our guide to the best flag materials for Colorado weather to match your material to your wind, sun, and weather conditions.

What size Colorado flag should I buy?

While our Heavy-Duty Nylon is the standard for color, and our 2-Ply Polyester is built for the Mountain winds, the most important factor in a professional display is the scale. Before you order, see our Colorado State Flag Size Guide: What Size CO Flag Should You Fly? to learn why a 20ft residential pole—standard for most Colorado homes—typically requires a 3x5ft flag, whereas a 25ft pole is better suited for a 4x6ft design to ensure Official Colorado Proportions.

Pairing the California Flag with the American Flag

Flying the American flag alongside the Colorado state flag creates a respectful, balanced display for homes, businesses, schools, and government buildings. To simplify sizing and ensure proper etiquette, our American flag and Colorado state flag bundle pairs both flags in matched materials, proportions, and finishes for indoor or outdoor use.

The Meaning of the Colorado Flag: The Centennial State

Adopted in 1911 and refined in 1964, the Colorado state flag is a symbolic representation of the state's geography. At Tidmore Flags, we honor the "Centennial State" by adhering to these official symbolic requirements:

• The "C" Symbol: The large red letter stands for Colorado, which is Spanish for "Red." It also honors the "Centennial" status (joining the Union in 1876, 100 years after the Declaration of Independence).

• The Gold Disk: Located inside the "C," the golden circle represents Colorado’s abundant sunshine and its rich mining history, specifically the gold rushes that built the state.

• The Three Stripes: The Blue represents the clear Colorado skies, the White symbolizes the snow-capped Rocky Mountains, and the Red represents the ruddy earth of the state’s namesake soil.

• Historical Accuracy: We ensure every flag meets the precise color shades defined by the state: "Old Glory Red" and "Old Glory Blue," paired with a specific "Spanish Yellow" for the center disk.