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ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK, CO

Description

Discover incredible fishing at one of Colorado's largest reservoirs, Eleven Mile State Park! Rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout, kokanee salmon, northern pike and carp are all found within the waters of this 3,400 surface-acre reservoir. Waterfront camping, scenic vistas, uncrowded boating and ideal wind conditions for sailing and windsurfing make Eleven Mile a best bet for all visitors. The park is open year-round, offering spectacular Rocky Mountain sunsets and plenty of room to breathe. Visitors may choose from a variety of campsites at Eleven Mile State Park's 350 site facility. Showers & laundry facilities are located at the Park Office opened May 1, 2013 and will remain open until through September 30th.

Eleven Mile Reservoir opened to boating at the North Shore Boat Ramps on 4/30/12. The Witcher's Cove Boat Ramp is scheduled to open Memorial weekend as long as our water levels do not drop.

Check the park conditions page at www.parks.state.co.us/parks/elevenmile for the most current information.

Reservations can be made from 3 days to six months prior to your arrival.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Amphitheater
  • Beaching Your Boat
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Ramps
  • Boat Rental
  • Boating
  • Camper Services Bldg
  • Comfort Station
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood Available
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Equip. Rentals
  • Fishing Licenses Sold
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trail
  • Hunting
  • Ice Fishing
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Laundry Facilities (May 1st - September 30th)
  • Marina
  • Nature Study Exhibits
  • Parking
  • Pay Phones Available
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • Playground
  • Proximity To Camp Serv.
  • Sailing And Sailboarding
  • Showers (May 1st - September 30th)
  • Skating
  • Snow Shoeing
  • Some Natural Shade in Rocky Ridge C & E Loops and Backcountry
  • Store (Retail)
  • Toilet, Flush (May 1st - September 30th)
  • Water Fill Up Station
  • Wildlife Watching Opportunity
Alerts and Important Information
Eleven Mile Reservoir opened to boating at the North Shore Boat Ramps on 4/30/12. The Witcher's Cove Boat Ramp is scheduled to open Memorial weekend as long as our water levels do not drop.

In addition to the camping fee, an entrance fee is required at all state parks!

Eleven Mile State Park is located in South Park, a high alpine meadow at 8600 feet above sea level. Most areas lack trees but provide panoramic views of surrounding mountains or granite outcrops. Shade may be naturally provided by trees and other vegetation in some areas, particularly within some sites in Rocky Ridge C & E loops and the Back Country campsites. Please call the park for specific details.

Specific fishing and boating regulations exist for this park.

Water sports such as swimming, wading, tubing and waterskiing are prohibited.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
38.93556, -105.50083
38°56'8"N, 105°30'3"W

From Colorado Springs take Hwy 24 west for 38 miles through Lake George. West of Lake George, turn left (south) on County Rd 90 and follow it for four miles. From that point, continue south on County Rd 92 for six miles to the park.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK
4229 COUNTY RD. 92
LAKE GEORGE CO 80827-9201

Phone Number:

Information: (719)748-3401