The 2,002-acre Spinney Mountain State Wildlife Area is located southeast of Hartsel, next to Spinney Mountain State Park. Fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing are allowed in accordance with state regulations but no facilities are provided. Please visit the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website for a map of designated parking areas. To reach the State Wildlife Area, take County Road 59 Read more...

The 1,370-acre Charlie Meyers State Wildlife Area, more commonly known as the “Dream Stream,” is located between Spinney Mountain and Eleven Mile State Parks along the South Platte River. Fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing are allowed in accordance with state regulations and a port-a-let is available on-site. Please visit the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website for a map of designated Read more...

For gold medal fishing, it’d be hard to find any better than Spinney Mountain Reservoir. Anglers can find shoreline or fly fishing, belly boating, or trolling opportunities in a peaceful and scenic setting. Check the Conditions page for current fishing conditions. A park map may be found here. This isolated retreat is ideal for visitors seeking beautiful views of the Read more...

At Lake George Reservoir located in Park County, Colorado enjoy some of the best fly-fishing, baitcasting or spinning the state has to offer! Read more...

Wilkerson Pass Visitor Center There’s so much to do at Wilkerson Pass Visitor Center! When you’re traveling nearby Lake George, Colorado here in Park County, make sure you stop by. The visitor center is a great place to stop and stretch your legs before you head out on the road. You’ll find our gift shop with a unique selection of Read more...

The Pulver Mountain Picnic Area is a group overnight campsite that offers: 1 pavilion, 1 large group-campfire ring, a double-stall vaulted restroom, 6 moveable tables in the pavilion, 6 campsites with tables and fire rings, and a private activity field. There is firewood available via roaming hosts and management.  The cost is $150/night and is by reservation only. Directions: From Read more...

O’Brien Gulch Picnic Area is the first of four picnic sites that are located in the Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area. There are two picnic sites here and each is equipped with a grill and a picnic table. There is parking available at the picnic area and it is generally accessible year-round. Directions: From Lake George turn onto County Road Read more...

Messenger Gulch Picnic Area is one of the four picinic areas in Eleven Mile Canyon. Each site is equipped with a grill and picnic table. There is parking available at the picnic area and it is open and generally accessible throughout the year. Directions: From Lake George turn onto County Road 96. Travel about 3/4 of a mile and bear Read more...

Idlewild Picnic Area is one of four picnic areas in Eleven Mile Canyon. There are five picnic sites here each with a grill and picnic table. The site is open and generally accessible year-round. Directions: From Lake George turn onto County Road 96. Travel about 3/4 of a mile and bear right into the Canyon. Idlewild Picnic Area is located Read more...