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  • Boat Ramps

    Your boat MUST be inspected before launching. 

    The boat ramp and ANS Inspection Station have reopened for the season, and are currently open 7:00 - 4:00 daily.

    The boat ramp gate will be locked daily at 4:00.

    Daily Slip Rentals are available at this time by calling the Marina at 970-880-4795.

    If your boat has been to Lake Powell, a decon is required, and decons may also be required for boats arriving from out of state.  Of course, decons are required of any boat showing evidence of possible contamination.  

    Visitors with boats registered out-of-state must purchase a yearly ANS Stamp in order to launch in Colorado.  You may purchase one before you visit at CPWshop.com, or come by the Visitor Center Friday - Tuesday 8:30 - 4:00.  Lunchtime closure is 12:00 - 12:30 daily.  

    Colorado registered boats pay for an ANS stamp at the time of registration.

    Please contact New Mexico for the most recent updates on the New Mexico side of the Lake. 505-632-2278

    Launching in Colorado is permitted at the boat ramp only. 

    Please remember to bring sunscreen, insect repellent and clothes appropriate for changes in the weather.   
    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:27 PM)

  • Boating

    As lake levels recede, please be aware of underwater hazards that may exist at different water levels.  Always check the depth before using higher speeds, or stay in the main river channels. Lake temps in Colorado are approximately 50 degrees at this time.   Your boat must be inspected prior to launching. 

    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:28 PM)

  • Camping

    Current closures include the following:  

    • Restroom buildings and showers in the developed campgrounds are still closed for the winter.  
      1. The Rosa Campground Camper Services Building, including the laundry is still closed.
      2. You should be self contained to camp in either Rosa or Tiffany Campgrounds.
      3. There is a porta john near the closed restroom at the top of the boat ramp.

    Sites plowed for winter use:

      • Rosa 103, 105, 130
      • Tiffany 13, 32
      • Windsurf Beach 14, 18
    If you camp in Rosa Campground, please be sure to disconnect your water hose from our frost free faucet any time there are freezing conditions.

    • Carracas Campground and the dump station will reopen April 15.
    • Some vault toilets are closed, but there is one open in each primitive campground.

    At this time camping reservations are required for all campgrounds except Arboles Point (which does not receive winter service), and can be made at CPWshop.com, or through the call center which is open 24/7.  Please call 800-244-5613.  Summer reservations for Arboles Point are available at this time, however.

    If the status of reservations were to change due to COVID19, any reservations automatically cancelled will receive full refunds.

    • Vault toilets are available year round at Windsurf Beach and Arboles Point, although there is no winter service at Arboles Point.

    For more general camping information, see the Navajo camping page.  For campsite prices, please see the Navajo Fee page.
    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:29 PM)

  • Fall Colors

    (Updated: 11/21/2020 9:55 AM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    Group picnic shelters are open, however, only groups of 10 people or less (from no more than 2 households) are permitted.

    Archuleta County went into Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on Wednesday, May 20th:

    • Prohibits building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, coal, or wood burning stove, any type of charcoal fueled broiler, or open fire of any type in undeveloped areas.
    • Does not include charcoal fires in suitable containers or gas grills for barbecues at private residences or fires within designated campground pits with protective grates.
    • Smoking is limited to vehicles, buildings, developed recreational areas, or 3-foot wide areas clear of vegetation

    Small campfires in metal fire rings and upright grills are permitted, but may not be left unattended.  Beware of winds rising quickly and unexpectedly.

    Propane stoves, gas grills and camp lanterns are permitted, however, they cannot be left unattended when lit, and must be fully extinguished when not in use.


    See the Los Pinos Fire District website​​ for current Archuleta County fire restriction details.​

    There were also Stage 1 Statewide fire restrictions imposed by Governor Polis on August 20.  Restrictions are similar, but also include use of chainsaw restrictions.
    (Updated: 3/7/2021 9:25 AM)

  • Fishing Report

    There have been no fishing reports lately.  The water temperature at the boat ramp in Arboles is approximately 50 degrees.

    Colorado fishing licenses for the new season are available online at https://www.cpwshop.com, or here at the Visitor Center.   Social security numbers are required for license purchase.  ID is required for purchase of all Colorado licenses. ​ 

    New Mexico fishing licenses can be purchased online at https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us using a credit or debit card.  It is recommended that you purchase online at home.  New Mexico licenses should be purchased before coming to the park, or using your smart phone.  If you need assistance with your New Mexico account, you must call New Mexico Monday-Friday 1-888-248-6866 and ask for licensing.  If there is a problem with your account on the weekend, you may not be able to purchase a NM License.

    Please remember to bring sunscreen, insect repellent and clothes appropriate for changes in the weather.

    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:31 PM)

  • Park Entrance

    Current VC hours are 8:30 - 4:00 Friday - Tuesday.  

    • Masks are required at the Visitor Center
    • Not more than 1 person (or 1 family group) is allowed inside at this time.  
    • We are practicing social distancing, and visitors are asked to wait outside until a spot is open inside.  
    • Retail products are available from our staff.  

    Most other areas of the park are open at this time, however, masks are required in all park buildings. 


    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:31 PM)

  • Road Conditions

    Roads in the park are mostly dry at this time.  Wet or dry, the shoreline at Windsurf Beach is very soft just under the surface due to the receding water level.  Keep a safe distance away so you won't have to call a tow truck.
    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:32 PM)

  • Seasonal Closures

    Most restrooms and shower buildings are still closed for the winter.  

    • A vault toilet remains open at each Primitive Campground, Windsurf Beach and Arboles Point.  
    • There is also a porta jon near the small restroom building at the top of the boat ramp.


    The Two Rivers Marina store remains closed at this time.  

    • Marina services will have to be pre-arranged by calling the Marina cell phone at 970-880-4795.  
    • Some ice and snacks will be available at the Visitor Center until last seasons supplies run out. 
    • Boat rentals will not resume until mid-spring.


    The Visitor Center is closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.  Friday - Tuesday hours are 8:30 - 4:00. 

    • Masks are required. 
    • Only one individual or one single family unit is allowed inside at this time.  
    • Others should wait outside until the lobby is empty.
    • Lunchtime closure is 12:00 - 12 :30 daily.


    The ANS Inspection Station reopened March 1.

    • All boats must be inspected before launching.  
    • Boating is allowed 7:00 - 4:00 only.
    • The boat ramp gate closes at 4:00 pm.


    Most campgrounds are still open.   

    • The laundry facility remains closed at this time.
    • Carracas Campground is closed but will reopen April 15.
    • Arboles Point went off reservations Dec. 1 as there are no winter services at Arboles Point.  Arboles Point has reservations available again starting April 15.  Camping is permitted using self service passes until then.
    • One vault toilet at Arboles Point and one at Windsurf Beach remain open throughout the winter.


    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:33 PM)

  • Spring Colors

    (Updated: 7/11/2020 4:07 PM)

  • Summer Colors

    (Updated: 9/25/2020 1:11 PM)

  • Water Levels

    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:34 PM)

  • Water Temperature

    Surface water temperature on the Colorado side of the lake is approximately 50 degrees at the boat ramp. 
    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:35 PM)

  • Weather

    Day temps have been in the 60s and 70s recently.  Breezes and windy conditions are often prevalent.  Nighttime temps have been in the high 20s and 30s.  Conditions are currently mostly cloudy.  
    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:35 PM)

  • Winter Conditions

    (Updated: 4/12/2021 4:34 PM)

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