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Park Activities
Elkhead Reservoir landscape. By Vic Schendel.

  • Boating

    Boating on over 900 surface acres can satisfy both the power boater or skier as well as the fisherman looking for a more remote experience. Boat registrations and renewals can be issued at the Yampa River State Park Visitor Center.
    (Updated: 8/16/2019 11:03 AM)

  • Camping

    Camping at one of the 16 developed sites allows easy access to many of the activities offered at the reservoir. Bear's Ears Campground is now on the reservation system for customer convenience: 1-800-244-5613 or online​. Please call the park office at 970-276-2061 for more information or questions.
    (Updated: 1/4/2018 9:35 AM)

  • Dog-friendly

    ​Dogs are welcome in the park as long as:

    • they are on a six foot or shorter leash at all times

    • their waste is properly disposed of

    ​Dogs are not allowed in the water. 

    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:46 AM)

  • Fishing

    Boat Ramp is open

    (Updated: 8/8/2019 4:22 PM)

  • Hiking

    Hike along one of a variety of trails that follow the lakeshore;  although many are short hikes, they can be very rewarding to the conscious viewer.   For more information or any questions please call the headquarters office at 970-276-2061
    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:46 AM)

  • Hunting

    Hunting is allowed in designated areas around the reservoir, see regulations for more information.  Check with the Park Headquarters Office for maps of hunting areas.
    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:46 AM)

  • OHV Riding

    ​OHV registrations and renewals can be issued at the Yampa River State Park Visitor Center​

    (Updated: 7/21/2019 9:33 AM)

  • Photography

    Photo opportunities abound all around the reservoir, whether wildlife or plant life, there is a great shot waiting for you.
    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:46 AM)

  • Picnicking

    Picnic or BBQ at one of many day use sites around the reservoir.
    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:47 AM)

  • Snowmobiling

    ​Snowmobile registrations and renewals can be issued at the Yampa River State Park Visitor Center​

    (Updated: 7/21/2019 9:34 AM)

  • Wildlife Viewing

    There is always an opportunity for wildlife viewing in one of Colorado’s most abundantly rich wildlife areas.
    (Updated: 10/6/2017 9:47 AM)

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