Sign In
Donate Calendar Contact Us Accessibility Military Benefits
Park Conditions
Park Conditions

  • Boat Ramps

    The lake is currently closed to boating

    The boat ramp is open annually May 1 through October 31.

    Vessels that are not considered ANS exempt may not launch outside inspection hours, and must stop at the inspection station every time they launch. Boat ramps will be locked anytime there is not an ANS inspector on duty.

    Vessels which are hand-launched and 100% human powered are considered ANS exempt. ANS-exempt crafts are welcome to launch along the shoreline or boat ramps, and can be launched outside inspection hours.

    INSPECTION & BOAT RAMP HOURS (Main/Marina Boat Ramp):
    May 1 - Memorial Day Weekend, Mon-Sun 8am-4pm

    Memorial Day - Labor Day, Sun-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri-Sat 7am-9pm

    Labor Day - October 31, Mon-Sun 8am-4pm

    INSPECTION HOURS (Morrison Cove Boat Ramp): 
    Morrison Cove Boat Ramp is CLOSED for the season. Normal hours for the Morrison Cove ramp are Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

    (Updated: 12/26/2023 11:03 AM)

  • Boating

    The reservoir is open to boating (May 1 through October 31, depending on ice conditions). Park visitors are encouraged to contact the Park Office on (970) 736 2436 should they require further information.
     ​

    The Stagecoach Marina Store opens for the season Memorial Day weekend and closes following Labor Day weekend each year. Park visitors are encouraged to contact the Marina Store at 970-736-8342 or click on the link Stagecoach Marina Store for more information.

    For updates check the Stagecoach Park homepage or ​​visit Stagecoach Park on Facebook. ​

    (Updated: 8/14/2022 2:03 PM)

  • Camping

    Camping is by reservation only (you must make a reservation prior to occupying a campsite). To make a camping reservation please visit www.cpwshop.com or call 1-800-244-5613.

    Visit the Camping​ page for more detailed information about the campgrounds.

    There are 92 campsites spread among the lush and fragrant sagebrush of the Yampa Valley separated into four campgrounds: Junction City (sites 1-27), Pinnacle City (sites 28-65), Harding Spur (sites 66-83) and McKindley (sites 84-92).

    Winter camping is available in the Pinnacle City Campground.
    Camping is available on a limited basis during the winter. Four campsites (28, 29, 44, and 45) in the Pinnacle Campground are plowed and available by reservation.  Campers must purchase a camping permit and have a parks pass. Most facilities are shut down for the winter including: showers, flush bathrooms, the dump station, and water. Electricity (50A) is available at the sites throughout the winter.


    (Updated: 3/1/2024 11:02 AM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

    Cell service and public WiFi are available at the Marina building/deck as well as the entrance station for making camping reseravations and emergency use. Otherwise, cell phone coverage is very limited throughout the park.
    (Updated: 4/3/2022 3:49 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    Please visit the Routt County wildland fire page here for current restrictions and conditions.

    Campfires in designated fire rings are allowed per park regulations. Fires must be att​ended by a responsible person at all times.

    (Updated: 5/6/2023 9:55 AM)

  • Fishing Report

    RESERVOIR FISHING

    Anglers have been ice fishing aroud Morrison cove, Haybro cove, and at the inlet.  They all have been having great luck at each of those locations.


    TAILWATER 
    (c/o The Steamboat Flyfisher)

    The tailwater is open and fishing well. Prepare to hike, bike, or ski in after january 1st to enjoy your winter fishing. Midges and scuds have been the most productive flies.

    SARVIS CREEK STATE WILDLIFE AREA 
    (c/o The Steamboat Flyfisher)

    Just one mile downstream of the Stagecoach tailwaters this stretch of river can be very productive year round. This state wildlife area is about 2.5 miles of idyllic trout stream habitat. There is a high density of fish in this area so do not walk past any structure without first casting in for a try. Sight casting this stretch of river is popular.

    Sarvis is open and the river is fishable and good, however the road in is closed. Prepare to hike, bike, or ski in to enjoy your winter fishing.

    Flows: 50 C.F.S.

    Nymphs: Hairs Ear , Pheasant Tail, Barrs Emerger, Zebra Midge, RS2, Buckskin, Soft Hackles

    Dries: Midges, bwos

    Streamers: Hale Bop Leach, Slump Buster, Zonker



    (Updated: 12/26/2023 11:10 AM)

  • Hunting

    Waterfowl hunting is closed

    See the Stagecoach hunting page for more information.


    (Updated: 8/14/2022 2:14 PM)

  • Icing Conditions


    Please remember that Stagecoach State Park allows the use of snowmobiles and OHVs for ice fishing access only. They must have a current registration.

    For additional information on ice safety, please visit the CPW Ice Safety page.
    ​
    Historical Ice-On Dates (complete ice across the reservoir):
    2023 - December 15
    2022 - December 9
    2021 - December 24 (still a tiny hole, waiting for waterfowl)
    2020 - December 21
    2019 - December 16
    2018 - December 10
    2017 - December 27
    2016 - December 23

    Historical Ice-OFF Dates (all ice melted off reservoir):
    2024 - 
    2023 - May 2​
    2022 - April 23
    2021 - April 20
    2020 - April 25
    2019 - April 24
    2018 - April 24
    2017 - March 31
    2016 - April 23
    (Updated: 2/23/2024 1:04 PM)

  • Road Conditions

    The main park road to the reservoir and day-use areas maintained to allow year-round access. Conditions can vary during inclimate weather, currently roads are commpletely dry.

    (Updated: 8/14/2022 2:16 PM)

  • Swimming Conditions

    The swimbeach is open for the summer season from May 15 - Labor-Day. 

    Please remember dogs and glass are prohibited on the swim beach. 

    ​Swimming is allowed at the swimbeach near the Marina and in wakeless zones on the reservoir. Hazards may exist below the water surface. Please use caution and swim at your own risk. 

    (Updated: 12/26/2023 11:14 AM)

  • Trails

    Trails are open with conditions dependent on weather.

    Please stop by the park office for a copy of the park brochure and trail map. 

    The Public Lands Access Trail (P.L.A.T.) located on the south side of the dam is currently closed (December 1 through April 30) for wintering elk. 
    (Updated: 12/9/2022 2:10 PM)

  • Water Levels

    For the most current information consult the USGS outflow gage​.
    (Updated: 4/3/2022 3:55 PM)

  • Weather

    ​Visit Weather Underground to view our on-site weather station! https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/co/oak-creek/KCOOAKCR21



    CLICK HERE for current air quality status. 
    (Updated: 4/3/2022 3:55 PM)

​