Boyd Lake State Park
State Park in Loveland, CO
Hours:
Park: 5 a.m. to 10 pm
Office: Wednesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
3720 N County Road 11-C
Loveland, CO 80538-2307
United States
Boyd Lake State Park
State Park in Loveland, CO
Hours:
Park: 5 a.m. to 10 pm
Office: Wednesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
3720 N County Road 11-C
Loveland, CO 80538-2307
United States
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Bridge/Trail Closure -
The pedestrian and trail bridge near the Heinricy Open Lands and Heinrich Trailhead at Boyd Lake is scheduled for a temporary closure for bridge maintenance and repairs from October 12 to October 16, 2026. See Closures for more detail.
Larimer County Stage 1 Fire Restrictions -
This includes Boyd Lake State Park. Learn more details, including what is allowed and what is not allowed.
Boating Closure -
Due to low water levels, Boyd Lake is closed to boating for the rest of 2026. Hand-launched vessels - such as kayaks & paddleboards - & swimming are still allowed. See Closures for more information.
Pontoon floating on Boyd Lake with mountains in background
Park Highlight
Explore Boyd Lake
Colorful sailboats skimming blue water. Ski boats and jet skis cutting the waves. Canoes paddling the lake edge. All against a stunning mountain backdrop. That's the scene at Boyd Lake, a 1,747-acre water-sports haven. Power zones for water skiing, wakeboarding and riding personal watercraft, and no-wake zones for paddlesports, fishing and floating offer an enjoyable boating experience for all users.
Lake Facilities
Facilities
Boyd Lake's main boat ramp is CLOSED for the season due to low water levels. For more information, see the news release.
The main boat ramp is located by the marina on the west side of the park, north of the entrance station. There are no boat ramp hours.
Heron Cove boat ramp is also CLOSED due to low water.
Boat inspections are required for all motorized and/or trailered watercraft. See the inspection hours, location and more information under the Mandatory Boat Inspections for aquatic nuisance species section below.
The Boyd Lake Marina is closed for the 2026 season. The current operating contract between the park and the marina ended 4-1-2026. Due to low water levels forecasted, a new concessionaire will not be selected. At this time, there is no estimated timeline for reopening. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. We appreciate your understanding and patience. See Frequently Asked Questions.
The fishing pier remains closed and cannot be launched, due to low water levels.
The accessible fishing pier is at the marina inlet. There is a paved path from the parking lot to the dock that meet Americans with Disabilities Act specifications.
The swim beach is open Memorial Day through Labor Day .
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, picnic tables and the Fun Foods snack bar (run by Boyd Lake Concessions), 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.
One volleyball court (sand based) is located at the Swim Beach Plaza and is available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Net availability is put up Memorial Day Weekend and taken down after Labor Day. When the net is in place, you must provide your own volleyball.
Visitors may set up their own temporary courts on the sand (must be removed daily by 10 p.m.).
Water Safety
Colorado Water is Cold Water
Colorado waters are classified as "cold water" (anything under 70 degrees) for most of the year. Swimming in cold water risks cold water shock, which can lead to drowning even for strong, experienced swimmers.
Life Jackets Save Lives
The majority of swimming, paddleboarding and kayaking fatalities occur when people are not wearing a life jacket. By keeping you above water, life jackets can be a last line of defense that prevents a bad situation from getting far worse. Colorado law requires that all water vessels have appropriately sized life jackets readily accessible for every person on board.
Boating and Fishing
Boating
During the boating season, the entire lake is open to boating and sailing. Only the south end of the lake is open to towing skiers, tubers and wakeboarding.
Fishing
Boyd Lake is a popular spot with shoreline and boat anglers. Ice fishing is a favorite winter pastime. Underwater ridges and inlet areas can produce great fishing. A Colorado fishing license is required, and Colorado fishing regulations apply.
Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is available during the winter months. Ice conditions can change rapidly. Please use caution when ice fishing and remember to inform a friend/family member of your return time, wear a flotation device, and carry ice awls/pick and a length of rope. Always have proper safety equipment and follow safety guidelines.
There is no fishing on the docks at the marina at any time.
Fish Species and Bag Limits
See the Fishing Atlas for fishable species at this location and the Fishing Brochure (PDF) for daily bag limits.
Fishing Awards and Records for Boyd Lake
Visit the Fishing Awards and Records page.
Clean Your Gear: Fishing
Help Protect Colorado Waters
Clean Your Gear
Cleaning your gear before and after use helps protect our water from aquatic nuisance species. Check out these videos to learn how to clean your fishing gear.
Water Activities
Jet Skiing
Jet skiing is a popular hot weather activity at Boyd Lake.
Swimming
Swimming is permitted from sunrise to sunset in the three designated no-wake areas (North No-Wake Area and East No-Wake Areas 1 and 2) as shown on the map in the Boyd Lake State Park brochure.
Paddle Boarding
Paddle boarding is allowed in the three designated no-wake areas (North No-Wake Area and East No-Wake Areas 1 and 2) as shown on the map in the Boyd Lake State Park brochure. Don't forget to bring your life jacket and dress for cold waters. The marina rents paddle boards.
Sailing
Come sail on the reservoir and enjoy the picturesque lake.
Water Skiing
Water skiing is permitted in the south half of Boyd Lake only. Another person besides the driver is required to be an observer when towing or skiing during legal hours. All powerboats in the designated skiing area must travel in a counter-clockwise direction.
Mandatory Boat Inspections for ANS at Boyd Lake
To boat on the reservoir, an aquatic nuisance species (ANS) stamp, current boat registration and a pre-launch boat inspection at the boat ramp is required.
Vessels and other floating devices that are both hand-launched and human-powered are exempt from mandatory ANS inspections. Although, the public is strongly encouraged to self-inspect their watercrafts, boots, waders, and fishing equipment by making sure that all equipment is clean, drained, and dry. For instructions, see Clean Your Gear.
Learn more about aquatic nuisance species.
Oh, SHELL NO
Be a Pain in the ANS
Colorado’s chile crop could be impacted by Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). Take action when you clean, drain and dry your water gear.
Bring the Brochures with You
Fishing Brochure
Read up on the location you want to fish before you head out.
Download the Brochure
Land and Water Regulations Brochure
Have a question about regulations? Check the brochure.
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