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Park Facilities

Playground equipment at the park

Boat Ramps
Boyd Lake is OPEN to boating effective 3/9/2018.
Both the main and Heron Cove (north) boat ramps are OPEN.

The Heron Cove (north) ramp is used for launching Jet Skis (personal watercraft) and sail boats only. These vessels must still be inspected at the ANS station at the main boat ramp

All boats must be properly registered and equipped in accordance with the State Law.
All vessels are required to be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species (Zebra Mussels, et al.) prior to launching.
(Updated: 7/7/2018 7:20 AM)
Campgrounds
Boyd Lake State Park campground has 148 excellent, paved, electrical ONLY, pull-through campsites, which can accommodate tents, pick-up campers, trailers and motor homes up to 40' in length.

If you do not have a reservation during the summer peak season, you may camp at Boyd Lake if space is available. BUT you need to be sure the site you choose does not have a reservation card in the numbered post marker. We recommend you reserve camp sites for any weekend day/nights & any stay longer than 2 nights. You have the site until 12:00 (noon) the next day. Check in time for campsites is 1:00 pm.
Reminder: Clearance at the entry gate is 14 feet 2 inches.
Reservations
To make reservations, visit CPW's online reservation page or call 1-800-244-5613. Please note that camping reservations must be made at least three days in advance of your stay, and you must have a camping permit AND a daily or annual parks pass.
Cancellations or Changes to a Reservation
If customers would like to cancel, change, or inquire about a refund, please visit CPW's reservation cancellations and/or changes page.
Amenities
All sites have 20, 30, and 50 amp electric hookups. Each site has a picnic table, grill, and fire pit.
Between each of the two camping loops, there are restrooms & shower facilities available during the summer.
During winter, the only bathroom building that's open is between E/F loops, with flush toilets and showers. No laundry facilities are available during the winter.
Swing sets, horseshoe pits, picnic tables and grills create a very family-friendly experience.
A dump station is located at the top of the campground for campers only.
Cottonwood Campground Map
See an aerial view of the campground.
(Updated: 9/27/2018 10:09 AM)
Dump Station
Our dump station is located west of our campground. A DAY OR ANNUAL PASS AND A VALID CAMPING PERMIT IS REQUIRED TO USE THE DUMP STATION.
(Updated: 12/17/2014 10:49 AM)
Entrance Station
The Entrance Station is located on County Road 11-C, just north of the Visitor Center/Park Headquarters at 3720 N. County Road 11C, Loveland, CO.

When the entrance gate is unmanned, you may utilize the self-service kiosk just past the entrance on the right, or come to the Visitor Center/Park Headquarters to purchase passes and permits.

You may pay by either cash, check or credit card at the self service kiosk to purchase 1 day of camping and/or a daily park pass only.

The Visitor Center is operating under our Summer Hours until Oct. 1: Open 7 DAYS / Week from 9 am to 4 pm.
(Updated: 5/2/2018 12:04 PM)
Event Facilities
Mariner Point Group Picnic Area Facility: CLOSED for the Season.
Reservations start in May 2019 and may be made 6 months in advance.
Groups of up to 200 people can reserve Mariner Point group picnic area located on a secluded peninsular just north of the marina cove. This private area includes a covered pavilion, Twenty picnic tables (8 feet long), 2 fire grills, many electrical outlets, 2 food preparation countertops, water, sink, restroom facility, and a fireplace. A volleyball court, horseshoe pits and a private playground area are located next to the covered facility. The facility also has a private parking lot. There is boat ramp located on the peninsula, which affords the ability to pull a boat up to the area. You cannot launch a vessel from here.
RENTAL COST
Weekdays: $ 90.00
Weekends & Holidays: $180.00
This is a reservation-only area. Reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance. You can check the calendar to see if your date is available and make a reservation by completing and send us the Mariner Point Group Picnic Area Rental Agreement located on our website. Click on the web page link: Mariner Point Group Picnic Area
(Updated: 9/27/2018 8:29 AM)
Fishing Piers
The ADA Fishing Pier is now AVAILABLE for use in the Marina Inlet.

There is a paved path from the parking lot to the dock that meet ADA specifications.
(Updated: 5/2/2018 12:26 PM)
Food Service
The Swim Beach concession has CLOSED for the season.
Boyd Lake Concessions is the food vendor at the Swim Beach to Boyd Lake State Park.

(Updated: 9/27/2018 10:11 AM)
Group Picnic Area
The Mariner Point Group Picnic Area is open from approximately mid-May to mid-September for use and is available by paid reservation only.
Rental Cost
Weekdays: $ 90.00
Weekends & Holidays: $180.00

The GPA can accommodate up to 200 guests! The Group Picnic Area has a great view of the Park and the mountains in the distance.
The GPA has twenty 8' picnic tables and two large serving counters. It also has many amenities, including a beach volleyball pit, horseshoe pits, playground equipment, a fireplace, and BBQ grills.
The cost to rent is $90 Monday - Friday and $180 Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Please note this does not include the daily park entrance fee.
This is a perfect location somewhat isolated from the rest of the Park. We often host school and business groups. This is also a great site for an outdoor wedding.
If your Group wishes to have a dunk tank, bouncy house or water slide at your event you will need to complete the Special Activity Application specifically designed for this purpose.
Reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance by completing and submitting the GPA Rental Agreement with payment to the park office by mail, email (boyd.lake@state.co.us), in person or by fax (970-667-0071). You will receive a confirmation letter if the date is available. If you do not receive a confirmation letter within three business days of submission please contact us. Visit the Group Picnic Area page for a GPA Rental Agreement, Brochure and the Reservation Calendar that lists current openings, and an Alternative Pass Request.
(Updated: 9/4/2017 3:22 PM)
Marina
The Marina Store is CLOSED for the season!
The Boyd Lake Marina's number is (970) 663-2662.
email: boydlakemarina@gmail.com

Hours of Operation (SUMMER Hours):
Monday-Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday/Sunday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Hours of Operation (Fall Hours):
Monday-Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
The Marina sells firewood and ice at the store.
During the summer only: Marina personnel make Ice & Firewood runs into the campgrounds take place at approximately 6:00 pm on Fridays, and approximately 9:00 am & 6:00 pm on Saturdays.
The Marina also carries live bait in addition to other fishing supplies, groceries, camping supplies and boating safety equipment such as life jackets.
Please note that when coming into Boyd Lake State Park to purchase gas or any other item from Boyd Lake Marina, you must have or purchase a parks pass to enter the park.
The Marina has the following vessels for rent: fishing boats, pontoon boats, wave runners, canoes, kayaks, and paddle bikes. They also have slip and mooring rentals available.
Just a reminder: Colorado State Parks require that your boat and trailer registrations be current before launching. Also, swimming is PROHIBITED in the Marina Bay, this includes in and around your boat, slip or mooring.
Address (Located inside Boyd Lake State Park):
4430 N. County Road 11C
Loveland, CO 80538

Find out more about the Boyd Lake Marina in the Marina Brochure.
(Updated: 9/27/2018 10:10 AM)
Park Office
The Park Office/Visitor Center is located at 3720 N County Road 11C, Loveland, CO 80538.

Our telephone number is (970) 669-1739, email us at boyd.lake@state.co.us.

NEW: The Visitor Center is now operating under our Fall hours:
Open from 9 am to 4 pm AND CLOSED on MONDAYS starting Aug. 20, 2018
The Visitor Center/Office is where you may register your boat, OHV or snowmobile and purchase various passes and permits, plus fishing and hunting licenses sales.
(Updated: 9/27/2018 8:34 AM)
Picnic Sites
Boyd Lake State Park features 67 individual picnic sites. These sites are available "first-come-first-serve." Some have a shelter and most have a grill at the site.

The Mariner Point Group Picnic Area (GPA) is also available on a paid reservation basis.
(Updated: 12/17/2014 11:07 AM)
Showers
During the summer, and at our full operational capacity, showers are available at each of the three buildings in the campground, situated between Loop A-B, Loop C-D & Loop E-F. The cost is $0.75 for the first 3 minutes and $0.25 for each minute thereafter. There is a change machine located in each facility building. View a map of the campground.

PLEASE NOTE: October 1st each year we will revert to our winter schedule, which means that only the restroom/showers on E/F Loop will be open and the laundry facilities will have limited availability until total shut down in the winter.
(Updated: 7/20/2018 11:59 AM)
Swim Beach
The swim beach is CLOSED to swimming.

The Boyd Lake State Park swim beach provides cool relief on Colorado's hot summer days. A pavilion at the beach includes rinsing showers, restrooms, a playground, and picnic tables and Fun Foods snack bar where you can purchase food and other items.
Float toys may be used in the buoyed-off swimming area.
For the safety and enjoyment of our visitors, glass containers, charcoal grills and pets are prohibited on the swim beach. Boats are prohibited within the buoyed swim area.
Swimming from vessels is also permitted from sunrise to sunset in the three designated no-wake areas as shown on the map in the Boyd Lake State Park Brochure (North No Wake Area and East No Wake Areas 1 and 2). USE CAUTION - HAZARDS MAY EXIST.
(Updated: 9/7/2018 8:27 AM)