Trinidad Lake State Park
State Park in Trinidad, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
32610 Highway 12
Trinidad, CO 81082
United States
Trinidad Lake State Park
State Park in Trinidad, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
32610 Highway 12
Trinidad, CO 81082
United States
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A kayaker on the lake
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Explore Trinidad Lake
The 800-surface-acre lake has summer water temperatures around 70 degrees and holds many opportunities for all types of water lovers.
Lake Facilities
Facilities
Trinidad Lake has one boat ramp located on the northeast side of the lake and accessed from Highway 12. All boats must be inspected before launch and when coming off the lake.
Lakeside tables next to boat ramps are available for great fishing access.
Boating and Fishing
Boating
Boating is allowed at Trinidad Lake State Park, which has a dedicated boat ramp and seasonal docks. Boaters must observe wakeless speeds around the boat launch area and within 150 feet of shore fishermen. Boats are not allowed around the outlet structure or buoyed areas.
Boat Inspections
All boats will be inspected before launch and when coming off the lake. Colored seals will be attached to inspected boats leaving the lake. This should simplify the inspection process upon return.
Fishing
Visitors from boat or shore can reel in warmwater or coldwater fish. Fishing is permitted anywhere on the lake except in the boat launching and docking area. The lake is stocked with an amazing 50,000 trout each year. With this kind of variety, Trinidad Lake hosts a number of fishing tournaments each year.
Walleye and Saugeye Consumption Advisory
The Colorado Health Department has issued a consumption advisory for walleye and saugeye over 18 inches at Trinidad Lake. Due to the possible presence of mercury in these fish, pregnant women, women who are nursing or who plan to become pregnant, and children under six years of age should not consume walleye or saugeye over 18 inches in length. Others should not consume more than one 8 oz serving per month of walleye or saugeye over 18 inches.
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 Trinidad
Colorado Parks and Wildlife awards anglers who catch big fish. Visit the Fishing Awards and Records page for more records.
Reservoir Water Level
The water level fluctuates throughout the year. Boaters are warned to be especially alert to submerged hazards, and must observe the Colorado boating statutes and regulations, available at the park office and entrances.
No Swimming
Because of the changing water levels, there is no designated swim area, and swimming is not allowed.
Bring the Brochures with You
Fishing Brochure
Read up on the location you want to fish before you head out.
Download the BrochureLand and Water Regulations Brochure
Have a question about regulations? Check the brochure.
Download the BrochureAquatic Nuisance Species at Trinidad Lake
To boat on the reservoir, a pre-launch boat inspection for aquatic nuisance species (ANS) at the boat ramp, an ANS stamp and a current boat registration are required. New Zeland mudsnail is present at Trinidad Lake.
Non-motorized, hand-launched kayaks, canoes, rafts, belly boats, float tubes, paddle boards and foldable boats do not need to be inspected.
Inspection and Decontamination Hours
ANS inspections are available 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. every day.
Decontaminations are available 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every day.
New Zealand Mudsnail
New Zealand mudsnails are small invasive freshwater snails that outcompete native fish and snails, eating much of the available food. Learn more about New Zealand mudsnails and how you can help.
Help Stop the SpreadWater Activities
Jet Skiing
Jet skis are allowed at Trinidad Lake. Remember to travel counter-clockwise.
Paddle Boarding
The wakeless zones for paddle sports are located by Carpios Cove and Sunset Point on the northeast side of the lake. Remember your life jacket!
Water Skiing
Water skiing is allowed only in a counter-clockwise direction.
Windsurfing
Windsurfing is allowed on the lake.
Picnicking
Covered lakeside picnic tables with grills are available.