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Kenosha Pass Campground is a small, conveniently-located campground heralded by backpackers on the Colorado Trail and by those looking for a scenic, mountain family getaway. Across the road from the campground entrance is the Kenosha Pass Interpretive Area, with an accessible interpretive trail showcasing wetlands and remnants of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad. Kenosha Pass, the campground’s namesake, Read more...

Kenosha East Campground is located across US Highway 285 from Kenosha Pass Campground. There are twelve campground sites, and they are universal designed sites including high grills, picnic tables, benches. The campground is open year round and also provides vault toilets, but no water is available. Read more...

Campers looking for a pleasant fishing destination with great mountain views will enjoy camping at Jefferson Creek. The campground is located a short drive or hike from Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks. Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches Read more...

Aspen Campground is an excellent place for campers looking to relax, hike, fish and enjoy the sounds of nature. The campground sits near Jefferson Creek, a few miles downriver of Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks. Fishing in both the creek and lake Read more...

The 950-acre Teter-Michigan Creek State Wildlife Area is located east of Jefferson along Michigan Creek. 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 the designated parking area and area reserved only for fishing access. To reach the State Wildlife Read more...

The 886-acre Tarryall Reservoir State Wildlife Area is located south of Jefferson along the scenic Tarryall Road (County Road 77). Fishing, hunting, camping, and wildlife viewing are allowed in accordance with state regulations and restrooms, campsites, and a boat ramp are provided. Please visit the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website for a map of designated parking areas and facilities. To Read more...

Jefferson Lake is situated in a steep valley surrounded by 12,000+ feet peaks. It is a very picturesque body of water. It is one of the highest lakes in the state and definitely snow fed and cold. There is a 1.5 mile trail that circles the lake. Located approximately 8 miles northwest of the town of Jefferson, this is a Read more...

The Jefferson Lake Picnic Area is next to Jefferson Lake and includes six picnic sites. Each site is equipped with a grill, a picnic table, and parking for up to two vehicles. It is difficult to access Jefferson Lake Picnic Area during the winter months because the roads to this site are not maintained for snow throughout the winter. Directions Read more...

The Beaver Ponds Picnic Area offers day use visitors in the Jefferson Lake Recreation Area an opportunity to have a picnic meal. There are four designated sites each with a grill and a picnic table. There is parking for visitors at this area. Directions From Highway 285 at Jefferson, take County Road 35 north to County Road 37 and turn Read more...