Lathrop 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.us719-738-2376
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Water quality ClosuresHorseshoe Boat Ramp Closed - The Horseshoe Lake boat ramp is closed due to low water levels and hazardous obstacles. Hand-launched vessels are still… (more)
Horseshoe Boat Ramp Closed - The Horseshoe Lake boat ramp is closed due to low water levels and hazardous obstacles. Hand-launched vessels are still permitted. The Martin Lake boat ramp remains open for motorized vessels. Find more boating information on the Park Highlights page. For more information on drought closures, see the Summertime Drought Management section on the Fishing page.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 1,299 acres, Lathrop State Park lies in Huerfano County, about 3 miles southwest of Walsenburg.
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, winter sports, archery, and hunting in season. Water access includes a boat ramp and a fishing pier. For overnight stays there are campsites (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. | — |
| Visitor center | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
| Other — Drive-up Window | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center/Office: Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drive-up Window: Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Lathrop Visitor Center and Fee Station is located southeast of the park.
Visitor Center Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Drive-Up Window 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, Horses 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
After a day on the lake or golf course, set up camp and unwind by the campfire. Lathrop has two campgrounds offering basic tent camping and full hook-ups for RVs and trailers. There is also a group camping area to accommodate your next gathering. Reserve Now The Yucca Campground offers a basic (non-electric) camping experience. Each site has a picnic table and a fire pit, making it a great place to enjoy the outdoors solo or with family. Piñon Campground features pull-through or back-in paved sites, paved roads, up to 50-amp electrical hook-ups, fire pits and picnic tables, all within walking distance of the golf course.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
ArcheryBikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingGolfHikingHorseback ridingHuntingWinter sportsPicnickingSwimming
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuerno Verde Trail | 3 mi | — | 3.0 miles, paved Hiking, biking ADA accessible Dog friendlyAccessible |
| Hogback Nature Trail | 2 mi | — | 2 miles, non-paved Hiking only Dog friendly |
| North Side Trails | 4.5 mi | — | (North side of Horseshoe Reservoir) 4.5 miles, non-paved Hiking, biking Dog friendly Trail Map |
Trail descriptions from the park
Lathrop's two main trails, the Hogback Trail and the Cuerno Verde Trail, offer visitors exceptional views of the Spanish Peaks, Greenhorn Mountain and Pikes Peak.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Fishing pier
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
Recreation
- Golf course
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible fishing
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
✓ 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 campsites
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
There is one boat ramp at Martin Lake and one boat ramp on the north side of Horseshoe Lake. An accessible kayak/canoe launch is located on the southside of Horseshoe Reservoir. Visitors with disabilities can explore designated trails in the park using a Track Chair. See below for more information and to make reservations. • Track Chair (all-terrain wheelchair) A TrackMaster Track Chair was created for people with mobility limitations, designed to get you where you want to go. The Track Chair offers users both unassisted and assisted steering options, and with a ground clearance of 10 inches and 35% incline climbing ability, the inaccessible just became accessible. Guided hikes will be available to reserve seven days a week year round, weather and trail conditions permitting. There is a limit of one hike per customer per day, and reservations ARE required. Reservations must be made a minimum of two weeks ahead of time. Though there is no fee to reserve a Track Chair, a valid parks pass on your vehicle is required. Open year-round, Lathrop’s two campgrounds have 103 sites that can accommodate motor homes, trailers and tents, offering either a basic or improved camping experience. For group camping, each site can accommodate 30 to 50 people. ADA-accessible camping sites are available. Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Fishing Pier, 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 Lathrop 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. Quiet hours are observed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Getting there
- Address
- 70 County Road 502
Walsenburg, CO 81089 - Nearest town
- Walsenburg — about 3 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.6027, -104.8331
- Phone
- 719-738-2376
- lathrop.park@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions From Walsenburg Take Highway 160 three miles west from Walsenberg. Turn right on County Road 502. Continue one mile to the park entrance.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 1, 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: Public Lands Institute - Lathrop State Park - 001.tif — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Public Lands Institute
“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