Christmas and New Years Office Closure
Colorado Parks and Wildlife offices will be closed on December 24, December 25, December 26 and January 1.
Lake John SWA
Jackson County
Access Requirements:
A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older to visit most SWAs, and visitors should check current hunting, fishing and land use regulations when planning to visit a State Wildlife Area.
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Steamboat Springs, 970-870-3333.
Lake John SWA
Jackson County
Access Requirements:
A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing this state wildlife area.
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Steamboat Springs, 970-870-3333.
About This State Wildlife Area
State Wildlife Areas are critical habitat areas for Colorado’s wildlife. Sportspeople’s license and recreational user pass fees pay for these parcels of land, which are managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife employees for the benefit of our wildlife. A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older to visit most SWAs, and visitors should check current hunting, fishing and land use regulations when planning to visit a State Wildlife Area.
This SWA consists of 565 water acres and 282 land acres.
282 acres.
min. 8,049 ft - max 8,249 ft
161
Small game, Waterfowl
Coldwater Lake
Hunting, Fishing, Nature Viewing
Restrooms, Boat Ramp
A. Discharge of firearms or bows prohibited, except while hunting.
B. Camping allowed W of Lake John Dam.
C. Fires allowed within established containment structure in designated areas.
D. Dogs must be under control and on leash by handler, except service animals or when actively hunting, training for hunting or during licensed field trials.
You can help!
Leave No Trace
When visiting state lands, remember to practice the seven Leave No Trace principles. Travel and park on durable surfaces, including established parking spots and campsites, and stay on areas of rock, gravel, and dry grasses or snow. Remember to pack out what you packed in. When shooting is permitted on a property, pick up your spent shells, target remnants, clays and carry our trash or anything else you brought with you.