Staunton State Park Closed
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John Martin Reservoir State Park
State Park in Hasty, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
West Boat Ramp Closure
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
30703 Co. Rd. 24
Hasty, CO 81044
United States
John Martin Reservoir State Park
State Park in Hasty, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
West Boat Ramp Closure
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
30703 Co. Rd. 24
Hasty, CO 81044
United States
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Pontoon boat on the lake
Activities and Trails
What to Do at John Martin Reservoir
John Martin Reservoir is renowned for fishing, boating and waterfowl hunting. Situated along the Arkansas River, it's a key stop on the Colorado Birding Trail. Around 400 bird species have been observed in the area. The mild climate allows year-round outdoor activities like boating, swimming, hunting, water skiing and camping, making it a popular weekend destination.
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Education Programs
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Group Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Jet Skiing
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
Best of John Martin Reservoir
John Martin Reservoir and Lake Hasty
The park's main attractions are the John Martin Reservoir and Lake Hasty. Visitors can have fun boating, fishing, jet skiing and swimming on the lake. An accessible fishing pier and picnic site is available on the west shoreline of Lake Hasty.
Birding
Many consider the park a birdwatcher's paradise, with a diverse community of over 400 resident and migratory birds. Majestic bald eagles roost here in winter. Threatened and endangered species like the piping plover and the least tern make the park their home for several months each year.
Watch Wildlife
John Martin Reservoir is an excellent area for viewing wildlife. Recent sightings include hundreds of bird species, deer, coyotes, bobcat, porcupines, beavers, snakes, turtles and raccoons.
Lake Hasty Swim Beach
A swim beach is available for guests at Lake Hasty over the summer season between Memorial Day and Labor Day. No lifeguards are on duty, so swimmers are urged to use caution.
Upcoming Events
Sep
11
Hiring Webinar: Become a CPW Officer
Thursday, Sep 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
To help applicants with the hiring process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts a virtual Hiring Q&A Webinar. During the webinar...
Sep
11
Hiring Webinar: Become a CPW Officer
Thursday, Sep 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
To help applicants with the hiring process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts a virtual Hiring Q&A Webinar. During the webinar...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Sep
11
Hiring Webinar: Become a CPW Officer
Thursday, Sep 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
To help applicants with the hiring process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts a virtual Hiring Q&A Webinar. During the webinar...
Sep
11
Hiring Webinar: Become a CPW Officer
Thursday, Sep 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
To help applicants with the hiring process, Colorado Parks and Wildlife hosts a virtual Hiring Q&A Webinar. During the webinar...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Nov
11
Free Park Entry for Veterans and Active Military
Tuesday, Nov 11
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers veterans, active-duty military and the National...
Trails
The Red Shin Trail begins below the dam near the stilling basin and circles the Lake Hasty area through waterside, short-grass prairie and wetland environments. The trail then proceeds to the Santa Fe Trail marker on the north shore of John Martin Reservoir.
Red Shin Trail
4.5 miles
Hiking, biking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing
Dog friendly