Dispensaries in Colorado

Visiting a dispensary in Colorado

Colorado and Washington became the first two states in the US to legalize recreational cannabis when voters passed Amendment 64 in November 2012. The Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) regulates all licensed dispensaries.

Colorado residents and visitors 21+ may purchase up to 1 ounce (28 grams) of cannabis at a licensed retailer. Concentrate purchases count as 1/8 ounce equivalents. On-site consumption is allowed at licensed social consumption businesses.

How to buy cannabis in Colorado

1. 1Find a licensed dispensary. Use BakedBot or search "Colorado dispensaries" to locate licensed retailers near you. Verify the dispensary has a current state license before visiting.
2. 2Bring valid ID. All Colorado dispensaries require a government-issued photo ID proving you are 21 or older. Accepted IDs typically include driver's licenses, passports, and state-issued ID cards.
3. 3Browse the menu. Colorado dispensaries carry flower, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates, and vapes. Ask the budtender for help with product selection and dosage, especially if you're new.
4. 4Pay and take your purchase home. Most Colorado dispensaries accept cash and debit. Cannabis must remain sealed until you are at your private residence. Do not consume in public or while driving.