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  • Boat Ramps

    5/29/2023: The boat ramp at Steamboat Lake is open for the 2023 summer season.  
    ANS Inspection hours for the season are​: Monday- Thursday 7a.m. to 8p.m. and Friday to Sunday 7a.m. to 9p.m. ​​

    (Updated: 5/29/2023 11:59 AM)

  • Boating

    5/29/2023: The boat ramp at Steamboat Lake is open for the 2023 summer season.  
    ANS Inspection hours for the season are​: Monday- Thursday 7a.m. to 8p.m. and Friday to Sunday 7a.m. to 9p.m. ​

    (Updated: 5/29/2023 11:59 AM)

  • Camping

    ​Reservations for the 2023 summer can be made six months in advance on cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613. For details about camping, see the Camping and Cabins page.  ​

    ​CAMPING PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE THE REQUIRED PARK PASS!​


    For Reservation Season: Memorial Day Weekend to September 30th
    • Basic (non- electric sites): $ 28/night
    • Electric: $36/night

    For anything outside the reservation season:

    • Basic (non- electric sites): $ 18/night
    • Electric: $28/night
    We do not have sites with Full Hook UPS.  A Water fill station and a dump station are available.
    Sites 181-200 are WALK IN ONLY ( You park and take your stuff to your site.  Wheelbarrows provided) NO ROOF TOP TENTS ALLOWED!

    The water hydrants in the Bridge Island Loop walk-in sites will be unavailable for use due to maintenance issues. Available hydrants include:  The hydrants at the and Lupine Loops, the fill station at the Sunrise Vista Campground, the fill station at the Dutch Hill Campground, the hydrants by sites 166 and 173 in Bridge Island. ​

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    (Updated: 5/24/2023 3:21 PM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

    Coverage is good in most areas of the park with most plans. 
    (Updated: 7/29/2022 6:04 PM)

  • Construction

    The Beach Area Project will begin summer 2023

    (Updated: 5/24/2023 1:40 PM)

  • Fall Colors

    Aspen are beautiful in this area.  The colors start in mid-September and peak late September to early October. 

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    (Updated: 4/4/2023 9:27 AM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    There currently no fire restrictions
    (Updated: 10/8/2022 1:21 PM)

  • Fishing Report

    The lake levels are normal. ​

    For updated ice fishing conditions, please feel free to call our office or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.​
    (Updated: 4/4/2023 9:28 AM)

  • Hunting

    Properly licensed hunters are welcome during all legal seasons beginning the Tuesday after Labor Day and continuing through the Friday prior to Memorial Day. You MUST SIGN IN on the board in front of the visitor center prior to hunting on the park. 
    • It is prohibited to discharge firearms, and/or other weapons within 100 yards of any designated campground, picnic area, boat ramp, swimming or water skiing beach, or nature trail and study area.
    • All other hunting statutes/regulations apply (see hunting brochure).
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    Please call or stop by the Visitor Center for more information.
    (Updated: 12/7/2021 2:58 PM)

  • Icing Conditions

    The La​ke is completely iced-off


    (Updated: 5/30/2023 12:18 PM)

  • Road Conditions

    6/4/23: ​All day use areas are now open for the season.  Most of the Willow Creek Trail ​​is open.  The Trail is closed from the Dutch Hill bridge down to the Dutch Hill Campground​ due to flooding. The Tombstone​ Nature Trail remains closed due to conditions.  Please obey all barricades. ​
    (Updated: 6/4/2023 10:54 AM)

  • Seasonal Closures

    Please check out the forest service website for details on National Forest closures in the area. 

    (Updated: 7/10/2021 9:12 AM)

  • Summer Colors

    Summer in the mountains brings an abundance of vibrant wildflowers and foliage. We look forward to its return next year.

    (Updated: 12/7/2021 3:04 PM)

  • Swimming Conditions

    ​Please note that Colorado Parks and Wildlife swim beaches do not have lifeguards on duty. Swim at your own risk. Children must be supervised by adults at all times. 

    (Updated: 5/30/2023 12:19 PM)

  • Trails

    6/4/2023 The Tombstone Nature Trail remains closed due to snow accumulation. The majority of  Willow Creek trail​ is open.  However, due to flooding, ​it is closed around the Dutch Hill bridge that goes into the Dutch Hill Campground. Users may encounter snow mounds, and over saturated muddy areas on the trail.​

    There are always a number of wildlife sightings along our trails including eagles, deer, and moose depending on the season. Download the app or Seek to report your wildlife sightings to the park! Make sure you always keep a safe distance from all wildlife.



    (Updated: 6/4/2023 10:54 AM)

  • Water Levels

    Normal! 

    (Updated: 12/7/2021 3:09 PM)

  • Weather

    Click here for the Steamboat Lake State Park's current and future weather!

    (Updated: 10/11/2018 10:38 AM)

  • Winter Conditions

    ​6/4/23: Spring is here and wild flowers are starting to bloom! Conditions at the park are​ improving daily. All day use areas are now open.   The Lake is completely iced-off and is officially open to boating. Please note that the beach area and hiking trails, may not be available. If an area is closed, please obey the closure. ​


    Temperatures are reaching the mid to high 60s during the day and low to mid 30s at night.  Wind is always to be expected. Bring the sunscreen​! and dress in layers​​! Be prepared to encounter mud, snow, and even rain.    ​

    (Updated: 6/4/2023 11:03 AM)

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