Jackson Lake State Park

Colorado State Park

Entrance fee$10–$15 / vehicle
CampingYes
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About Jackson Lake State Park

A warm, sandy-bottomed reservoir on the eastern plains, long a waterfowl-hunting ground and now a magnet for water-skiers, sailboarders and swimmers. It was the first Colorado state park certified by the International Dark-Sky Association, with 247 campsites along the shore.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Camping options

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Entrance fee

$10–$15 per vehicle; $4 per person on foot or bicycle — Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15; Individual Daily Pass: $4

Hours

Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Office: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visitor Center: Sun.-Thur., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hours as published by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone970-645-2551

Address26363 County Road 3, Orchard, CO 80649

Upcoming events at Jackson Lake State Park

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

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