Sign In
Donate Calendar Contact Us Accessibility Military Benefits
Park Facilities
Park Facilities
​​​​​​​​Playground equipment at the park

  • Boat Ramps

    Boyd Lake is OPEN ​for boating!

    ​MAIN BOAT RAMP-OPEN

    HERON COVE BOAT RAMP-OPEN​

    ADA Accessible Fishing Pier-OPEN

    ​

    ​All boats must be currently registered and equipped in accordance with the State Law before launching. 
    ​

    Aquatic Nuisance Species​ ​Inspections

    ​​​All vessels are required to be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species (Zebra Mussels, et al.) prior to launching.

    ANY BLUE RECEIPT or OUT-OF-STATE seal/receipt will not be accepted at Boyd Lake for pre-inspection purposes!


    2024 ANS Inspection Hours

    March (when open to boating): 8am - 6pm (Decon: 9am-5pm)

    April: 7am - 7pm (Decon. 8am-6pm)

    May- Labor Day: 6am - 9pm (Decon: 7am-8pm)

    September 3rd-30th: 6am - 8pm (Decon: 7am-7Ppm)

    October: 7am - 7pm (Decon. 8am-6pm)

    November: 8am - 6pm (Decon: 9am-5pm)​


    Colorado Boating Safely Classes​
    • Effective June 1, 2024- anyone under 18 years old (16 yrs. or 17yrs.) will have to take and complete the Boating Safely to operate a boat in Colorado. 

    ​

    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.​

    (Updated: 3/21/2024 11:47 AM)

  • Campgrounds

    CONSTRUCTION in Loop A has begun (10/2023-6/2024)! Please keep out of the construction area!
    Heavy machinery, large trucks, and construction workers are in the area.​

    Campground Loop A is under construction. You will not be able to reserve a site in this loop until construction is completed, projected opening;  end of June 2024. 
    ​
    Campground Loop A/B Laundry Facility closed for the season​

    ALL camping reservations at Boyd Lake are done by the customer by calling 1-800-244-5613; please listen to the message in it's entirety to speak to an agent or visit us online at cpwshop.com.

    Boyd Lake State Park campground has 140 excellent, paved, electrical ONLY, pull-through campsites, which can accommodate tents, pick-up campers, trailers and motor homes up to 40' in length. 
    • Clearance at the entry gate is 14 feet 2 inches.

    Reservations

    The maximum number of nights in any state park is no more than 14 days in any 28 day period. This restriction is for anyone staying on the campsite, and any camping unit, whether or not they are formally listed on the reservation.

    You must have a daily or annual parks pass for every vehicle entering the park.  

    • Check out time for the campsite is 12:00 noon
    • Check in time for campsites is 1:00 pm.​

    Cancellations or Changes to a Reservation

    ​If customers would like to cancel, change, or inquire about a refund, please call 1-800-244-5613 or visit CPW's reservation cancellations and/or changes page.​

    Ameniti​es​

    All sites have 20, 30, and 50 amp electric hookups. Each site has a picnic table, grill, and fire pit.

    Showers located in camper services buildings between loops.

    During winter, the only bathroom building that's open is between A/B loops, with flush toilets and coin-operated showers. No laundry facilities are available during the winter.

    A dump station is located at the top of the campground for campers only. ​

    (Updated: 4/19/2024 2:29 PM)

  • Dump Station

    Our dump station is located west of our campground. DUMP STATION USE IS FOR REGISTERED CAMPERS ONLY. 
    If non-campers would like to use it, they must pay for a "dumping permit" at the gate or Park Office when they are open. 
    If the Park Office or gate is not open, please call 1-800-244-5613 or reserve a campsite online at cpwshop.com​.
    If the campground is full and the office or gate options are unavailable, the dump station cannot be used.
    (Updated: 10/2/2019 3:24 PM)

  • Entrance Station

    The Entrance Station is located at 3720 N. County Road 11C, Loveland, CO. There is only one entrance into the park. 

    When the entrance gate is unmanned, you must 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 for a daily pass with cash, check, or credit card at the self-service kiosk. A "voucher" for a regular Annual Pass ($80) or Family Hangtag Annual ($120) may be purchased at the credit card kiosk. The "voucher" can be redeemed at any state park or CPW office and MUST be redeemed within 30 days of purchase. Special annual park passes and Aspen Leaf Annual Passes can only be purchased at CPW office locations.

    (Updated: 3/9/2021 1:19 PM)

  • Event Facilities

    ​Mariner Point Group Picnic Area Facility: CLOSED​ for the season.

    The Mariner Point Group Picnic Area is open from approximately mid-May to September 30 for use and is available by paid reservation only. This picnic area is open on the day of reservation from 9AM-9PM. All events must be concluded and area vacated at 9PM.

    Groups of up to 200 people can reserve the 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, a sink, a 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 (Mon-Fri)

    Weekends: $180.00 (Sat, Sund.)


    This is a reservation-only area. Reservations can be made up to 180 days in advance. Click on the web page link: Mariner Point Group Picnic Area

    (Updated: 1/16/2024 3:37 PM)

  • Fishing Piers

    The ADA Fishing Pier is OPEN at the Marina Inlet.
    ​
    There is a paved path from the parking lot to the dock that meet ADA specifications. 
    (Updated: 3/21/2024 11:44 AM)

  • Food Service

    The Swim Beach concession shop is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

    Boyd Lake Concessions is the food vendor at the Swim Beach for Boyd Lake State Park. 

    ​
    (Updated: 9/8/2023 9:11 AM)

  • Group Picnic Area

    ​Mariner Point Group Picnic Area Facility: CLOSED FOR THE SEASON.

    Th​e Mariner Point Group Picnic Area is open from approximately mid-May to September 30th for use and is available by paid reservation only. This picnic area is open on the day of reservation from 9AM-9PM. All events must be concluded and area vacated at 9PM.​

    RENTAL COST

    Weekdays: $90.00 (Mon-Fri)

    Weekends: $180.00 (Sat/ Sun).​

    ​The GPA can accommodate up to 200 guests (subject to change with the county's status for COVID-19)! 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.

    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. 

    Reservations for the Group Picnic area can be made up to 180 days in advance online at cpwshop.com. Visit the Group Picnic Area​ page for more information.​​

    If your Group wishes to have a ​special activity at your event, including sponsored activities and advertised events regardless of size, any large organized gatherings over 40 people such as baptisms, races, family reunions, dog training, etc. or any short term commercial use where any money OR SERVICES are exchanged at the park, please find applications and instructions on the Group Picnic Area page. ​

    (Updated: 1/17/2024 9:46 AM)

  • Marina

    Boyd Lake Marina Inc.

    General store and boat rentals - at main boat ramp. The Marina Store is CLOSED for the season.

    • Phone: (970) 663-2662​
    • 4430 N. County Road 11C, Loveland, CO 80538
    • email: boydlakemarina@gmail.com​  
    • WEBSITE: Boyd Lake Marina Website

    • NEW: Boyd Lake Marina website has online boat rental reservations​ here​! ​

      • 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 (there is a current "wait-list" for boat slips).

    (The Marina is located inside Boyd Lake State Park-must purchase a daily or annual park pass to access this business).

    ​Click here​ for the latest copy of the Boyd Lake Marina Brochure.​

    ​

    *Starting May 1: Summer Hours of Operation:

       Sunday-Friday       9AM to 6PM

       Saturday               9AM to 7PM

    The Marina will have firewood and ice at the store starting May 1, 2023.

    The Marina carries:

    • ​live bait- worms only
    • other fishing supplies
    • limited camping supplies
    • boating safety equipment such as life jackets, fire extinguishers, horns, etc.

    Please note that when coming into Boyd Lake State Park to purchase gas or any other item from The Marina, you must have or purchase a parks pass to enter the park.

    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 (Marina 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: 10/6/2023 2:32 PM)

  • Park Office

    The Park Office/Visitor Center is located at 3720 N. County Road 11C, Loveland, CO 80538. 
    HOURS: Wed-Sun, 9am-4pm. CLOSED Mon/ Tues

    Our telephone number is (970) 669-1739.
    Email us at boyd.lake@state.co.us
    Social Media:
    • Twitter & Instagram @boydlakestatepark
    • Facebook: Boyd Lake State Park
    ​​The Visitor Center/Office is where you may register your boat, OHV, or snowmobile and purchase various passes, permits, and fishing and hunting licenses.
    (Updated: 12/12/2023 2:35 PM)

  • 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: 10/2/2019 3:46 PM)

  • Showers

    Showers are available at each of the three buildings in the campground, situated between Loop A-B, Loop C-D & Loop E-F. 

    ​View a map​ of the campground. 

    PLEASE NOTE: November 1st each year we will revert to our winter schedule, which means that only the restroom/showers on A/B Loop will be open and the laundry facilities will have limited availability until total shut down in the winter.
    (Updated: 3/8/2024 11:55 AM)

  • Swim Beach


    The designated swimming area at the Swim Beach is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON.

    Bathrooms at the Swim Beach are CLOSED FOR THE SEASON.​​​​​

    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.​

    For the safety and enjoyment of our visitors, the following is prohibited in the designated swim beach:

    • ​glass containers, 
    • charcoal grills, 
    • fishing,
    • open fires, 
    • pets​​​
    Open swimming is allowed anywhere in Boyd Lake, except it is prohibited to swim on state-park managed properties:
    a. From sunset to sunrise.
    b. Within or 150 feet from: any boat ramp, marina, breakwater, dock, buoy-designated hazard or keep-out, any dam inlet or outlet structure, and where prohibited as posted OR
    ​c. For any child under the age of 13 unless accompanied by an adult

    Boats (including Stand-up paddleboards) are prohibited within the buoyed swim area.


    USE CAUTION - ALL HAZARDS NOT MARKED ON THE LAKE.​


    (Updated: 10/7/2023 1:00 PM)

​​