Navajo 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
- 142 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- cpw.state.co.us970-883-2208
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure ClosuresThe boat ramp and ANS Station are closed for the season effective 10/27/2026
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 9,973 acres, Navajo State Park lies in Archuleta County, about 19 miles southeast of Bayfield.
The park supports surfing, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, and hunting in season. On the water side, there is a boat ramp and a fishing pier. Overnight options include 142 campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
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 | Wed–Sun | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Wednesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
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 Pets are allowed in the camping areas at Navajo. 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. Pets are permitted in cabins 1 and 3 only, and require a $10 per night fee. 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
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites Single campsite (max 6 occupants) · 1 Night · $14 to $41 | 142 | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
After a day on the lake, unwind by the campfire at one of the park’s 5 campgrounds and 142 campsites for tent and RV camping. In addition, three cabins offer a more luxurious approach to an outdoor getaway.
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Navajo State Park is a great base camp for exploring Southwest Colorado and the Four Corners Region. Nearby Chimney Rock National Monument and Mesa Verde National Park offer great hiking and exploring options. Relax in the world's deepest mineral hot springs at nearby Pagosa Springs or travel to Durango to enjoy award-winning restaurants and breweries and ride the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge train.
Navajo has 16 accessible campsites and 2 camper services buildings, offering push-button showers, as well as 1 coin-operated laundry facility in the Rosa Campground.
Two campers watch the sunset over the water with their dog.
An empty campsite with a great view of the reservoir
Campers sitting under an awning on a cloudy day
Reserve a Campsite
142 Campsites
A reservation is required to camp at Navajo State Park, and it’s easy to make one. Reservations can be made for campsites and cabins online at cpwshop.com or by phone at 1-800-244-5613. Reservations cannot be made at the park.
Reserve a Campsite
Know Before You Go
Campsite Amenities
Whether you’re camping in a tent or cabin, Navajo offers amenities to make your stay more comfortable.
Amenities include:
- Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and tent pad
- Push-button showers located in Rosa, Carracas and Tiffany campgrounds
- Coin-operated laundry facilities at the Rosa Campground camper services building
- Flush toilets located at Rosa, Carracas, and Tiffany campgrounds
- Firewood is available for purchase at the Visitor Center or from Campground Hosts
- Shade shelters are limited
- Sites 84 and 103 are handicapped designated and can only be reserved over the phone at 970-883-2208
Occupancy and Duration
When you camp at Navajo 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. A minimum reservation of two nights is required for cabins. Parking on vegetation may result in a fine.
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed in the camping areas at Navajo.
Staying During Winter
Caracas Campground shuts down in winter, including its dump station. Snow plowing is very limited during the winter. From September 16 to April 14, camper services and small restroom buildings in all three developed campgrounds are closed. Campers are advised to be self contained or use vault toilets in primitive campgrounds, with Arboles Point remaining unplowed.
Winter amenities:
- Vault toilets
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Stay in ComfortSingle cabin (max 6 occupants) · 1 Night · $120
Navajo’s three cabins offer a comfortable, serene lake retreat after a day of outdoor activities. Cabin 3 is wheelchair accessible. Cabins 1 and 3 allow pets.
A cabin with a purple canoe out front
Two people barbecue on a gas grill outside a cabin
Inside a cabin with a chair, a futon fold out couch, rugs and cabinets
A cabin kitchen with counters and cabinets, a table and chairs, a microwave, fridge, stove and coffee maker
A bedroom with a king-sized bed, mattress, two side tables and a lamp, as well as a overhead light.
A queen-sized bed with an XL twin bunk on top
A cabin bathroom with a sink, mirror and toilet. Shower not pictured.
Know Before You Go
Cabin Amenities
These 2-bedroom cabins can accommodate up to six people. One bedroom has a king-size bed. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed with an XL twin bunk on top. Baseboard heating and swamp coolers heat and cool the cabins. Towels & Linens are not provided. The kitchen is equipped for regular cooking, including a microwave and dishwasher, but please bring your own specialty cookware, including wine glasses. All cabin restrooms provide a toilet, sink, and shower. A wheelchair-accessible cabin is available.
Read more from the park
- Running water
- Electric
- Heating and cooling
- Fire ring with a cooking grate
Occupancy and Duration
When you stay at Navajo State Park, check-in time is 3 p.m. on the day of arrival and check-out time is 12 p.m. (noon) on the day of departure. A reservation is necessary. A maximum of six people are allowed per individual site. Parking on vegetation may result in a fine.
Pet Policy
Pets are permitted in cabins 1 and 3 only, and require a $10 per night fee.
Staying During Winter
Cabin reservations are available year-round.
A cabin with a purple canoe out front
A queen-sized bed with an XL twin bunk on top
Know Before You Go
Cabin Amenities
- Running water
- Electric
- Heating and cooling
- Fire ring with a cooking grate
Staying During Winter
Cabin reservations are available year-round.
Things to do
PicnickingBikingBoatingWinter sportsCross-country skiingFishingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingSurfingCanoeing and kayakingWildlife viewing and birdingCamping
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piedra Trail South | 1 mi | — | 1 mile, gravel One completed section of the Piedra Trail begins just north of Windsurf Beach Campground main parking area and winds uphill to some beautiful view of the rivers that flow together to form Navajo Lake. |
Trail descriptions from the park
There are currently seven trails within Navajo State Park, most of which are connected. Horseback riding is permitted, but only along the Navajo State Park day-use areas off County Road 500. Check Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Colorado Trail Explorer app for more information.
Swimming
Swimming in the lake is allowed, but only in New Mexico. Swimming is currently not allowed on the Colorado side of the lake because there is no swim beach.
Swimming Rules
- No swimming in Marina Cove, Mooring Field, Mooring Cove or within 150 feet of the breakwaters.
- No swimming from sunset to sunrise.
- Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Life Jackets
It is recommended to wear a life jacket and shoes when in the water.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
- Parking
Water
- Boat ramp
- Marina or boat slips
- Fishing pier
- Swimming beach: not available (stated by the park)
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible fishing
- Accessible cabins or lodging
✓ 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 cabins or lodging
- Accessible campsites
Navajo has 16 accessible campsites and 2 camper services buildings, offering push-button showers, as well as 1 coin-operated laundry facility in the Rosa Campground.
Navajo’s three cabins offer a comfortable, serene lake retreat after a day of outdoor activities. Cabin 3 is wheelchair accessible. Cabins 1 and 3 allow pets.
These 2-bedroom cabins can accommodate up to six people. One bedroom has a king-size bed. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed with an XL twin bunk on top. Baseboard heating and swamp coolers heat and cool the cabins. Towels & Linens are not provided. The kitchen is equipped for regular cooking, including a microwave and dishwasher, but please bring your own specialty cookware, including wine glasses. All cabin restrooms provide a toilet, sink, and shower. A wheelchair-accessible cabin is available.
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Event Space Rental, Accessible Fishing Pier, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Cabin, Accessible Campsite
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1526 County Rd 982
Arboles, CO 81121 - Nearest town
- Bayfield — about 19 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.0091, -107.4076
- Phone
- 970-883-2208
- navajo.park@state.co.us
Entrances
- Park Entrance
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions From Highway 160 Take US Hwy 160 west from Pagosa Springs for about 17 miles, then turn south onto CO Hwy 151 for about 18 miles to Arboles. Turn left again onto County Road 982 and drive two miles to the park.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 29, 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