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  • Boat Ramps

    Boat ramps to the Colorado River are available at the Fruita, Connected Lakes and Corn Lake sections. A parks pass is required on every vehicle entering Colorado State Parks property, whether you are just using the boat ramp to launch into the river, or are recreating in the park itself. ​

    (Updated: 12/5/2022 3:00 PM)

  • Boating

    Hand-launch, electric and non-motorized boats are permitted on Corn Lake, Fruita, Connected Lakes. No boats are allowed on the Wildlife Area lakes. 

    Life jackets are required for every person on board a vessel, including Stand Up Paddleboards. Children 12 years of age or younger are required to wear a life jacket at all times. A sound producing device is also required for all vessles.  A valid registration is required on boats with sails or motors, including electric motors. For boats not requiring registration, the owner's name and current address must be legible and visible on the vessel.

    (Updated: 12/5/2022 3:00 PM)

  • Camping

    Camping is available through the reservation-only system.  Reservations may be made the day of arrival up to six months in advance.  Please call 1-800-244-5613 or visit CPWshop.com for reservations.  Please log-in to your account or create an account before selecting a campsite.

    Please remember check-out is 12:00pm and quiet hours are from 10pm-6am. 

    Fruita Conditions

    ​All electric sites at Fruita have water and provide 30 amp electricity. Full hook-up sites 1-12, 25 and 36-44 provide 50 amp electricity along with sewer and water.  Water, showers and laundry facilites are typically shut down November through mid-March, dependent on weather. Limited campsites will be available during this time.  Conditions may result in facilites closing sooner or opening later. 

    Island Acres Conditions 

    All electric sites at Island Acres provide 30 amp electricity.  All full hook-up sites are 30 amps except sites 61, 62, 79, and 80 which are 50 amps.  Full hook up sites (41-80), showers, laundry and water are closed and turned off November-March.  Conditions may result in facilites closing sooner or opening later.  Vault restrooms, tent sites and limited electric sites are open year round. 

    Do not flush disenfecting wipes as they are causing our system to shut down and become unavailable to visitors for extended periods of time.  Please visit the CPW Covid 19 Response page for more information.

    For more information, see the James M. Robb camping page.

    (Updated: 12/5/2022 3:14 PM)

  • Construction

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    (Updated: 10/17/2022 11:22 AM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    ​Fires are allowed in the designated fire rings and grills. Please ensure fires are completely extinguished before leaving.

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    (Updated: 6/22/2022 1:45 PM)

  • Fishing Report

    Fishing has been slow but good.  Trout typically bite on any type of bait. Barring any future significant cold snaps, the ice fishing season is done. Use caution as ice is never completely safe and conditions can vary. ​

    Red Rocks Lake in Fruita was last stocked on February 28, 2023. Other lakes were last stocked in October 2022. ​

    Please ensure the responsible and ethical release of fish and properly dispose of fishing line.  Remember, the daily limit for trout is four fish per person.  

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    (Updated: 3/3/2023 10:13 AM)

  • Hunting

    Waterfowl hunting is allowed only from designated hunting blinds at Island Acres, Corn Lake, 34 Road, Pear Park, and the Wildlife Area during designated waterfowl seasons. Hunters must have a reservation to hunt the blinds.  There is no longer a first-come-first-serve/walk in option.   ​The Pear Park blind is currently at the river location.  34 Road hunters must park in the designated parking area across from Clifton Water and walk to the blind (approximately 0.5 miles).  

    (Updated: 12/5/2022 3:16 PM)

  • Icing Conditions

    Barring any future significant cold snaps, the ice fishing season at JMR locations is done. Red Rocks Lake is melting. Corn Lake and Connected Lakes are completely ice free. At Island Acres, Old Orchard has a very thin sheet of ice and Roan's is mostly open water. Use extreme caution as condtions can change quickly.
    (Updated: 1/15/2023 12:26 PM)

  • Seasonal Closures

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    Water and flush restrooms at Fruita and Island Acres are scheduled to be turned off November 1.  However, freezing temperatures prior to November 1 may result in facilites being closed and turned off sooner.  We will provide updates when possible.  Full hookup sites 41-80 at Island Acres will close November 1 through March 31.  Limited sites will be available at both campgrounds for winter maintenance.  Water will be available at the dumpstation at Fruita over the winter.  

    (Updated: 10/17/2022 11:32 AM)

  • Trails

    Fruita Users: Those traveling via Riverfront Trail to Loma will need to take a detour as CDOT has closed Little Salt Wash Trail under I-70 for bridge work. This closure is currently expected to be lifted by May 2023.

    The Cobblestone Trail at Island Acres, the winding trail system at Connected Lakes, the Riverfront Trail at Corn Lake and the trail around Red Rocks Lake at Fruita make for a great way to get outdoors and enjoy a hike! The Riverfront trail at Fruita has recently been paved and takes you all the way into the town of Fruita.  A valid parks pass is required on all vehicles or individuals entering State Parks property even if you are just accessing the trail system. All pets must remained leashed at all time. All trails are for non-motorized use. 
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    (Updated: 12/2/2022 10:29 AM)

  • Water Levels

    For current river conditions see the USGS Current W​ater Data. Always wear a life jacket when recrerating on the river.  
    (Updated: 7/3/2022 1:41 PM)