C.R.S. § 15-5-401
15-5-401. Methods of creating trust
15-5-401. Methods of creating trust. (1) A trust may be created by:
(a) Transfer of property to another person as trustee during the settlor's lifetime or by will or other disposition taking effect upon the settlor's death;
(b) Declaration by the owner of property that the owner holds identifiable property as trustee;
(c) Exercise of a power of appointment in favor of a trustee; or
(d) A statute, judgment, or decree authorizing the creation of a trust.