Watson Lake SWA
Larimer County
Access Requirements:
Activities & Amenities:
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Fort Collins, 970-472-4300.
Watson Lake SWA
Larimer 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:
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Fort Collins, 970-472-4300.
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.
44 acres.
min. 5,116 ft - max 5,602 ft
Fishing, Picnicking, Nature Viewing
Restrooms
A. Open for public access 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset; no time restrictions for fishing.
B. Access to fish passage structure (on NE side of the property) prohibited.
C. Closed on NW side as posted.
D. Fishing from walls of fish passage or fishing in fish passage prohibited.
E. Use/possession of live minnows prohibited.
F. Parking prohibited on S dam.
G. Vessel use, hunting, ice fishing, ice skating, discharging firearms or bows prohibited.
H. Dogs must be under control and on leash by handler, except service animals or when actively hunting or training for hunting.
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.