Lake Pueblo 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.us719-561-9320
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure ClosuresCamping - All Northern Plains Campgrounds are CLOSED for the winter season. Find more information on the Camping & Lodging page > Know Before You Go… (more)
Camping - All Northern Plains Campgrounds are CLOSED for the winter season. Find more information on the Camping & Lodging page > Know Before You Go section. Boat Ramp CLOSING - Starting November 1, the North Boat Ramp will close for the season. Find more information on the Park Highlights page, under Facilities > Boat Ramps.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Lake Pueblo State Park is a 22,570-acre park in Pueblo County, about 7 miles west of Pueblo.
The park supports snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and a fishing pier. 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 | Daily | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center — Winter | Daily | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Winter hours |
| Visitor center — Summer | Daily | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Summer hours |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Lake Pueblo State Park office is located on the south side of the park on South Marina Road.
Winter Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Summer Hours: Monday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 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, Horses Leashed pets are allowed in campgrounds. 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.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Relax after a day on the lakes or trails at one of Lake Pueblo’s comfortable campsites.
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All campsites include a picnic table and a fire ring, making them a great place to gather and unwind after a long day on the lake.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingWinter sportsPicnickingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
Lake Pueblo is a premier destination in southeast Colorado for mountain biking. The paved Pueblo River Trail connects the city to the park for bicyclists and hikers.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Fishing pier
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible fishing
✓ 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
- Accessible fishing
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
Open year-round, Lake Pueblo’s campgrounds can accommodate everything from basic tents to RVs and motorhomes. Amenities like electric hook-ups and showers make camping comfortable and accessible for different camping styles.
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Event Space Rental, Accessible Fishing Pier, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Showers, Accessible Campsite
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
When you camp at Lake Pueblo 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.
Please do not cut or gather wood in the park. The 200-year-old juniper trees cannot be replaced in our lifetime. Buy your firewood at the Visitor Center or bring some with you.
Getting there
- Address
- 640 Pueblo Reservoir Road
Pueblo, CO 81005 - Nearest town
- Pueblo — about 7 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.2560, -104.7362
- Phone
- 719-561-9320
- lake.pueblo.park@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions South Park Entrance Take I-25 to Pueblo. Turn west on US Hwy 50 (Exit 101). Drive four miles to Pueblo Blvd. Turn south and go four miles to Thatcher Blvd (Hwy 96). Turn west and go four miles to the south park entrance. North Park Entrance Take I-25 to Pueblo. Turn west on US Hwy 50 (Exit 101). Drive 7 miles to McCulloch Blvd. Turn south and go 4 miles to Nichols Road. Turn south and go 1 mile to the north park entrance.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 2, 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)
- Photo: Lake Pueblo.jpg — Public domain (US federal government work), Andy Pernick
“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