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Park Conditions

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  • Boating

    The North and South Boat Ramps are OPEN to boating.

    A current boat registration is required to launch as well as the new ANS stamp is required on all vesels prior to launch. Visit the Boating page for additional information regarding the new ANS stamp requirement. New Colorado boat registrations can be obtained at the Littleton Regional Office on the southwest corner of C470 and Sa​nta Fe, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m, Monday-Friday. Renewal registrations can be obtained at the park headquarters, during office hours. To boat on the reservoir, a pre-launch boat inspection for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) is MANDATORY for all motorized vessels, and trailered vessels (where the trailer enters the water). For more information on boat inspections, please visit our boating page.

    Please CLEAN, DRAIN, and DRY your boat between every lake. Children under 13 (12 and under) are required to wear life jackets while on the water! 

    With the fluctuation of stream flows, boaters should always watch carefully for floating debris in the reservoir. 


    REALLOCATION UPDATE:

    • The Marina building/store/restaurant ​​are closed to the public. This area is anticipated to re-open spring 2020.
    (Updated: 8/23/2019 3:00 PM)

  • Camping

    Reservations are now required for all camping. Call 1-800-244-5613 or visit cpwshop.com for reservations. Reservation can be made 24/7.

    A parks pass​ is required on all vehicles entering the park and this fee is separate from the camping fees.​

    Chatfield is very busy during the summer season and you will need a reservation as we are full every weekend at least 4-6  months in advance. 

    ​We do not have "walk-in sites"  all sites are reservation only.​

    For more information, see the Camping page​. Please check the camping page for fees. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance of your stay.

    Camping reservations can be made through Aspira by calling 1-800-244-5613. Camping reservations CANNOT BE MADE BY CALLING THE PARK.​ 

    C-loop is on reservations year-round. ​

    *Please note Check-in time for all campsites is 1pm.​​

    (Updated: 8/23/2019 3:10 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    Currently there are no fire restrictions at the park.​ Although these rules do apply:

    • ​​fires must be attended by an adult at all times and flames cannot exceed 4 feet from the ground of the fire ring
    • Fires must be dead/cold to the touch before you leave the site
    (Updated: 7/3/2019 2:51 PM)

  • Fishing Report

    Read the latest conditions on the Weekly Fishing Report​
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    (Updated: 1/17/2019 7:30 AM)

  • Icing Conditions

    The reservoir is clear of ice.

    (Updated: 5/24/2019 3:55 PM)

  • Park Entrance

    Daily or Annual park passes required

    Deer Creek entrance from Wadsworth is staffed week days and weekends from 08:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. weekdays and 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. weekends

    The Plum Creek Entrance on N. Roxborough Park Road is staffed 8:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays and 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. weekends

    Daily fee of $9.00. We do accept; Visa, MC, and Discover.

    If you enter the park when there is no gate attendant please use the Self Serve Station just past the gate. Cash, Check, and Credit are now accepted at the kiosk. All passes are non-refundable and we are not able to apply the purchase of a day pass to an annual pass. All sales are final.

    You may purchase your Park Passes at the Campground Registration Office during office hours; 9:00 to 4:00 open 7 days a week.

    ​Gate attendants cannot sell replacement passes and do not do renewals for the Senior Aspen Lifetime Pass. Both are available at the Park Headquarters.

    (Updated: 8/23/2019 9:33 AM)

  • Swimming Conditions

    The Swimbeach area is open for the season. ​Water temperatures are near 74 degrees.

    (Updated: 8/23/2019 3:15 PM)

  • Trails

    Please share the trail with other users and obey all traffic laws.​


    The Plum Creek Picnic and Nature area are OPEN!

    The C470, Mary Carter Greenway trail that goes under C470, along the Platte River on the northeast corner of the park, may be closed due to high water or C470 construction. ​Currently closed 7/8/19 due to high water.

    (Updated: 8/21/2019 5:06 PM)

  • Water Levels

    Reservoir water level is 5428.05 ft., 21860 ​AF. 
    Discharge below reservoir: 1.01 ​ft., 22.3 cfs
    South Platte River at Waterton:​ 0.94 ft., 93.9 cfs
    ​Plum Creek at Titan Rd. 1.53 cfs
    (Updated: 8/23/2019 3:13 PM)

  • Water Temperature

    About 74 degrees.

    (Updated: 8/23/2019 3:14 PM)

  • Weather

    See www.jeffcoaeromodlers.com​ for current conditions. Including current temperature and wind conditions.​
    (Updated: 7/20/2017 11:32 AM)