James M Robb Colorado River State Park
State Park in Clifton, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Main Corn Lake Office: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
361-32 Road
Clifton, CO 81520
United States
James M Robb Colorado River State Park
State Park in Clifton, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Main Corn Lake Office: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
361-32 Road
Clifton, CO 81520
United States
The river at Island Acres with cliffs in the background.
James M Robb State Park
About the Island Acres Section
Island Acres has diverse stands of Rio Grande cottonwoods including several large, mature trees on the west side of the park. These provide shade for visitors cooling off from the summer heat. These also provide nesting opportunities for bald eagles that frequent the area and take advantage of the year-round fishery. The park's convenient location also provides easy access to Palisade for visitors interested in agritourism through the peach orchards and vineyards.
DIRECTIONS
Accessing the Island Acres Section
1055 Interstate 70
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 464-0548
Park Section Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., daily.
Take I-70 to Exit 47 and go five miles east of Palisade.
The Island Acres Section Visitor Center is located between the Roans Pothole and Old Orchard Pond.
Hours: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from April through October. Please call 970-434-3388 for current hours.
The swim beach is located on the west side of the Swimmin' Hole. No dogs, glass, fires, or boats are allowed on the beach or in the water.
Hours: The swim beach is open from May through September.
What to Do at Island Acres
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Education Programs
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Ice Fishing
- Nature Viewing
- Paddleboarding
- Picnicking
- Playgrounds
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Boating
Hand propelled, sail and electric powered boats can be hand launched on the lake at Island Acres. Boats are prohibited in the designated swimming area. Boating is not permitted on the Colorado River from Island Acres because of a dangerous roller dam downstream.
Swim Beach
The Island Acres swim beach is open May through September. No dogs, glass, fires or boats are allowed within the swim area. Glass and fires are not allowed.
Trails
The Island Acres section has a .75 mile, self-guided, hard-packed trail following the course of the Colorado River. Hikers view the park while taking a pleasant stroll through the area’s geological history.
Waterfowl Hunting
Waterfowl hunting is allowed during waterfowl season from the designated blinds by reservation only. Blinds can be reserved by visiting CPW.shop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613. Please refer to the small game and waterfowl brochure to understand the requirements for each blind.
ISLAND ACRES
Group and Event Space
Island Acres has two group picnic areas available by reservation only.
Please call the Island Acres office at (970) 464-0548 to make a reservation.
- $100 per day
- 150 guests
Amenities:
- Barbecue grills
- Portable water
- Electricity
- Horseshoe pits
- Volleyball courts
- Shade and shelter
- $50 per day
- 45 guests
Amenities:
- Barbecue grills
- Portable water
- Electricity
- Horseshoe pits
- Volleyball courts
- Shade and shelter
Wild Horse Group Picnic Area sign with covered picnic area in the background.
Wild Horse Group Picnic Area.
Camping
Campsites are within walking distance to three fishing lakes, two of which are stocked and a fourth lake with a sandy beach and natural lake swimming. First time visitors should be aware the campground is located adjacent to the Interstate and train tracks. However, most folks tune out any noise and enjoy the scenery.
Reservations can be made online, or by calling 1-800-244-5613.
Camper parked at a campsite, cliffs in the background,
Small a-frame camper parked at a campsite.
Know Before You Go
Camping at all state parks now requires a reservation. Reservations can be made the day you plan to arrive at the park or up to six months in advance. Weekends in summer fill-up fast.
All Campsite Amenities:
- Picnic table
- Fire ring
- Stand up grills
- Coin operated showers (summer only)
- Laundry (summer only)
- 2 playgrounds
- Dump station
- Restrooms
As per CPW guidelines, there is a maximum 14-day rule that is strictly enforced. No exceptions!
Keep all pets under control and on a leash no more than six feet long.
The Fruita and Island Acres sections are open year-round for camping, but facilities are available in the winter (September to April) on a limited basis:
- Only electric and tent sites are available (full hook-up sites are closed).
- All flush restrooms, showers and laundry are shut down during the winter.
- Water is available on a very limited basis.
- Vault restrooms are still available at both locations.
Get Involved
Whether you are an avid hiker or mountain biker, a hunter, or you simply appreciate all the Colorado outdoors has to offer, there are many local events and ways you can get involved.
Events
Events include learning to fish, guided nature hikes, and wildlife viewing festivals.
Find out more