Jackson Lake State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed6-ft leash
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- cpw.state.co.us970-645-2551
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure ClosuresThe boat ramp is CLOSED for the 2026 season. Hand-launched vessels, such as canoes, kayaks and paddleboards, will still be allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 3,129 acres, Jackson Lake State Park lies in Morgan County, about 18 miles northwest of Fort Morgan.
The park supports off-highway vehicle riding, ice fishing, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Mon–Fri | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visitor Center: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Jackson Lake Visitor Center is located on the west side of the lake north of the entrance station.
Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $10 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $15 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $4 · day |
Official wording
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15 Individual Daily Pass: $4
Colorado park passes
- Keep Colorado Wild Pass — $29. Annual vehicle entry for Colorado residents, bought with DMV vehicle registration Details
- Individual Annual Pass — $29. Non-vehicle entry (foot, bike, horse) for passholder plus three accompanying visitors; resident or nonresident Details
- Family Annual Pass (hang tag) — $120. One household; transferable between vehicles Details
- Annual Affixed Vehicle Parks Pass — $80. One vehicle; resident or nonresident Details
- Aspen Leaf Pass — $70. Colorado residents 64+, vehicle registered in Colorado; $3/night camping discount Sun–Thu Details
From the Colorado state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- CPWshop (Aspira/Brandt reservation platform)
- Phone
- 1-800-244-5613
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed · leash up to 6 feet
Animals permitted: Leashed Dogs, Service Animals All pets must be under control and on a maximum six-foot leash at all times, and not attached to any park signs, trees, shrubs or hydrants. Pets may not be left unattended, and pet owners must promptly clean up after their pets. Leashed pets are allowed in campgrounds, picnic areas and on designated trails.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Certified by the International Dark Sky Association, Jackson Lake offers campers a fantastic view of the night sky. The campground has amenities for tent and RV camping.
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From hammock camping to sites with electric hook-ups, Jackson Lake has options for every camper.
Relax after a day on the lake beneath an unobstructed view of the night sky.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingFishingGeocachingPicnickingHikingHuntingWinter sportsOff-highway vehiclesCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingWildlife viewing and birdingIce fishingCamping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Wetland Nature Self-Guided Trail | 0.25 mi | — | 0.25 miles Hiking Access point: North of Cove Campground |
| Trail | 1.5 mi | — | 1.5 miles Hiking Access point: Located between the Visitor Center north to Northview Campground. Part of the trail is a self-guided nature trail. Trail Map |
Trail descriptions from the park
Jackson Lake offers visitors two trails to hike and walk. Park visitors can also enjoy walking along the shoreline or along park roadways.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Open year-round, Jackson Lake offers 251 campsites with amenities like electric hook-ups and a camper services building with showers, drinking water and toilets. One accessible campsite is available, as well as accessible or accessible-with-assistance restrooms. Hammock posts are available at some sites, and group camping is available at the Dunes Campground.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
When you camp at Jackson Lake State Park, check-in time is 1 p.m. on the day of arrival and check-out time is 12 p.m. (noon) on the day of departure.
Getting there
- Address
- 26363 County Road 3
Orchard, CO 80649 - Nearest town
- Fort Morgan — about 18 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 40.3813, -104.0923
- Phone
- 970-645-2551
- dnr_jackson.lake@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions From Denver Head east on I-76. Take the second Wiggins exit (exit 66). Turn left (north) on CO 39/CO 52. Drive approximately nine miles. Continue half a mile past Goodrich. Turn left onto County Road Y.5 and stay on County Road Y.5. It will turn north after a couple of miles. This will take you past the park’s south side and into the main park area on the west side.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 14, 2026
- CPW website Drupal JSON:API, node type state_park (43 published nodes; same store that renders /state-parks/{slug})
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology