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Park Conditions

  • Boat Ramps

    LAKE IS OPEN FOR BOATING.

    East boat ramp is open, 6 am to 6 pm, daily.

    West boat ramp is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 am to 6 pm.
    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:02 PM)

  • Boating

    LAKE IS OPEN FOR BOATING.

    Only the East boat ramp is open, 6 am to 6 pm. 

    West boat ramp is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 am to 6 pm.​
    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:02 PM)

  • Camping

    ​Reservations are recommended, as Cherry Creek is one of the most popular campgrounds in Colorado.  Reservations can be made in advance by contacting 1-800-244-5613​ or by visiting the reservations page​. 

    Contact the Campground Registration Building at 303-693-3957 to inquire about campsite availability. Current hours are 9am to 4pm, daily.

    The Camper Services Building, which contains showers, laundry facilities, restrooms, and vending machines, is open for the season.

    ​Peak traffic hours on weekends and holidays can result in long delays entering the Park.  Please plan accordingly.
    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:03 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    !!!! FIRE BAN !!!

    Due to dry conditions, the Arapahoe County Sheriff has issued a ban on all open fires and open burning within Unincorporated Arapahoe County, to include the Cherry Creek State Park and the City of Centennial, effective immediately. The Open Burning Ban will remain in effect until such time as this order is formally rescinded or temporarily suspended by the Sheriff, and such date cannot be determined at this time.



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    For the NOAA Fire Weather forecast in our area, please click here​.
    (Updated: 4/11/2018 9:43 AM)

  • Fishing Report

    No current information at this time.

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    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:10 PM)

  • Icing Conditions

    There is no ice on the lake at this time. Conditions can change rapidly. Please check back for any updates.
    (Updated: 3/5/2018 10:27 AM)

  • Park Entrance

    Entrance Station hours may vary depending on staffing, weather and holidays. Self-Serve passes are required in order to access the park when the Entrance Station is closed.  Self-Serve passes are available at all entrances (cash or checks only for self serve).
    (Updated: 7/21/2015 9:30 AM)

  • Road Conditions

    All roads are open. 
    (Updated: 7/21/2015 9:33 AM)

  • Seasonal Closures

    LAKE IS OPEN FOR BOATING.
    Only the East boat ramp is open, 6 am to 6 pm. 
    West boat ramp is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 am to 6 pm.
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    Swimming is closed for the winter season. Opening Memorial Day to Labor Day.
    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:00 PM)

  • Swimming Conditions

    ​Swimming is closed for the season. Swimming season is Memorial Day to Labor Day.

    (Updated: 12/26/2017 1:12 PM)

  • Water Levels

    Normal water level is 5,550 feet above sea level. For current water levels (updated every 15 minutes), visit Colorado's Surface Water website.
    (Updated: 5/29/2014 9:42 AM)

  • Water Temperature

    N/A

    (Updated: 4/2/2018 3:11 PM)

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