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 4:30 p.m., during winter hours, November - February

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

Contact:

Fruita Section: 970-858-9188 Island Acres Section: 970-434-3388

[email protected]

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 4:30 p.m., during winter hours, November - February

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

Contact:

Fruita Section: 970-858-9188 Island Acres Section: 970-434-3388

[email protected]

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River Sections

James M. Robb Colorado River State Park is divided into five river sections. Each section offers its visitors different experiences, activities and amenities. 

Hummingbird in tall grass

Hummingbird in tall grass

Colorado River Wildlife Area

The Colorado River Wildlife Area was constructed to replace wetlands lost during the Grand Valley Salinity Control period starting in 1979. Recreation facilities have been kept to a minimum here, but hiking, wildlife observation, and limited fishing access are available.

Clouds and trees reflecting in the water of Connected Lakes

Clouds and trees reflecting in the water of Connected Lakes

Connected Lakes

The Connected Lakes section is a day-use park that provides visitors with a network of trails that traverse a series of ponds. There are a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including warmwater fishing and accessible fishing piers, sheltered picnicking areas, hiking, paddle sports and birding opportunities.

Accessible fishing pier at Corn Lake

Accessible fishing pier at Corn Lake

Corn Lake

Corn Lake serves as headquarters for the park and is only open for day use. The section provides boaters and rafters a launching site for the Colorado River. A .9-mile hardpacked trail follows the lakeshore. The trail provides access to both the Colorado River and Corn Lake for fishing and is used by hikers and bicyclists. The park also offers ADA-accessible picnic sites and restrooms for physically challenged visitors.

Welcome sign for James M. Robb, Fruita section

Welcome sign for James M. Robb, Fruita section

Fruita

The Fruita section is open year-round for camping and day-use activities. The Fruita section is the first section of the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park that can be visited by travelers coming in from the West to Colorado from I-70. This section of the park provides visitors with beautiful views of the Book Cliffs area and the Colorado National Monument. Park visitors can enjoy camping facilities, lake fishing, boating and lovely picnic sites. 

Island Acres Section

Island Acres Section

Island Acres

Island Acres is open year-round for camping and day-use activities. The section offers a convenient and attractive place to fish, camp, picnic and/or hike along the Colorado River, or near any of the lakes in the park for visitors and residents alike. Island Acres gets its name from the island that was left in the middle of the river as a result of river flow and other erosional forces. 

River Outfitters

River rafting is an exciting outdoor adventure for people of all experience levels. Find out how to book a guide or become a guide. 

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Visitors Seeking a River Guide​​​​​​

Many people use a river outfitter to enjoy a scenic float or exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure. Look up a river rafting or fishing outfitter, photographer or shuttle service in the Outfitter List.

River Outfitter List
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River Outfitters Wanting to Guide

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​All river outfitters operating in Colorado are required to first obtain a river outfitter license from Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Visit the River Outfitter Licensing Page to learn more.

River Outfitter Licensing
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Wear a Life Jacket

Be sure to have an appropriate size and type of life jacket for each individual while on the river or the lakes within the park.​