Lake Pueblo State Park
State Park in Pueblo, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
640 Pueblo Reservoir Road
Pueblo, CO 81005
United States
Lake Pueblo State Park
State Park in Pueblo, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
640 Pueblo Reservoir Road
Pueblo, CO 81005
United States
Navigate to:
Boat dock at a marina
Activities and Trails
What to Do at Lake Pueblo
Land recreation at Lake Pueblo State Park includes hiking, biking, picnicking and diverse nature exploration. Miles of trails make it easy to discover the beauty of the shady Arkansas River below the dam or the wonder of 200-year-old juniper trees. Wet or dry activities culminate with camping options that encourage a day of play to become a mini-vacation.
Views of the Greenhorn and Wet mountain ranges to the southwest and the magnificent Pikes Peak to the north are a splendid way to end the day. It is no wonder that Lake Pueblo State Park is a favorite destination.
Activities
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Education Programs
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Hunting
- Jet Skiing
- Picnicking
- Sailboarding
- Scuba Diving
- Swimming
- Wading
- Water Skiing
- Whitewater Rafting
Best of Lake Pueblo
Lake Pueblo & the Arkansas River
Water is the main attraction at Lake Pueblo. The 4,600-acre lake draws boating, fishing, jet ski, sailboard and water skiing enthusiasts. The Arkansas River east of the dam provides summer fun for floating, kayaking and canoes. Life jackets are required for all river activities.
Jet Skiing
Jet skiing is a popular activity at Lake Pueblo. All jet skis must be launched and loaded at the boat ramps.
Picnicking
There are multiple picnic areas located throughout the park that are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Hiking, Biking and Horseback Riding
Trails
Lake Pueblo is a premier destination in southeast Colorado for mountain biking. The paved Pueblo River Trail connects the city to the park for bicyclists and hikers.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is allowed in the park except on paved trails and in the campgrounds.
Pueblo Reservoir Trail
13.9 miles
Arkansas Point Trail
1.5 miles
North Shore Trail and Skyline
3 ft
Pueblo Reservoir Trail
13.9 miles
Arkansas Point Trail
1.5 miles
North Shore Trail and Skyline
3 ft
Safety during Hunting Season
Most of Colorado's outdoors is multi-use and intended to be shared. Hunters and nonhunters should show respect and courtesy to all users engaged in outdoor recreation.
- Learn where and when hunting is taking place. Stay out of designated hunt areas.
- Stay on designated trails. Enjoying activities only on designated trails will reduce the likelihood of entering designated hunt areas.
- Make yourself easily visible by wearing bright clothing. Choose colors that stand out, like bright, fluorescent red, orange or green.
- For protection, it is recommended to keep your dog on a leash. Tie a brightly-colored bandana around your dog’s neck or purchase a blaze orange dog vest to make your dog more visible.
- Make noise. Alert hunters to your presence by whistling, singing or carrying on a conversation as you walk.
- If you hear shooting, raise your voice and let hunters know you are in the vicinity.
- Be courteous. Once a hunter is aware of your presence, don’t make unnecessary noise that disturbs wildlife. Avoid conflict. Please note it is illegal to intentionally interfere with hunters.
Small Game and Waterfowl
Hunting
Small-game and waterfowl hunting are allowed only in designated areas. Use the park map to find the areas where hunting is allowed in the park.
Group Activities
Commercial Use Event Permit
A Commercial Use Permit may be required if you want to do an unusual activity or hold an organized group event other than a picnic or camping trip.
Past examples of activities that required a Commercial Use Permit include: running, swimming and biking events, weddings, open water baptisms, school or other organized groups, fishing tournaments and group skill training.
If you have an event in mind or if you are unsure if your event is suitable for Lake Pueblo, please contact the park by email at [email protected] with details and dates about your event, and we will let you know if you need of a Commercial Use Permit.
Please submit your permit application at least 90 days ahead of the date of your event or activity. A non-refundable $50 processing fee is required with each application. Email your completed application to [email protected].