Paonia 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.us970-921-5721
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure ClosuresPaonia State Park Boat Ramp is CLOSED. Hand launched and human powered vessels, such as canoes, kayaks & paddleboards, are allowed to launch.… (more)
Paonia State Park Boat Ramp is CLOSED. Hand launched and human powered vessels, such as canoes, kayaks & paddleboards, are allowed to launch. Reminder: Save a life by wearing your life vest! For more information on Paonia ‘s reservoir and water activities, including fishing, see the Park Highlights page.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 2,058 acres, Paonia State Park lies in Gunnison County, about 14 miles east of Paonia.
Popular activities here are surfing, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and tent sites.
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 | 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Paonia State Park does not have an office or a Visitor Center. The Visitor Center at Crawford State Park also serves Paonia State Park. The Crawford Visitor Center is located on the east side of the park.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
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 at campsites. 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
Paonia’s campgrounds provide a restorative escape to nature. The park’s campsites offer picnic tables and fire rings and are a great way to immerse yourself in the outdoors.
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Situated right next to a stream and among towering blue spruce, Spruce Campground is perfect for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle.
After a day on the water, relax by the fire at one of Paonia’s campsites.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingWinter sportsCross-country skiingFishingHuntingWildlife viewing and birdingPicnickingCanoeing and kayakingSurfingCamping
Trails
There are no hiking trails in the park.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Picnic areas
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
✓ 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 campsites
Accessible facilities listed: 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 Paonia 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 park on the grass or off the roadway. A maximum of six people are allowed per campsite.
Getting there
- Address
- P O Box 147
Crawford, CO 81415 - Nearest town
- Paonia — about 14 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.9404, -107.3584
- Phone
- 970-921-5721
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions The park is located approximately 16 miles northeast of the town of Paonia on State Highway 133. From Glenwood Springs From Glenwood Springs, take Colorado Highway 82 south to Carbondale, then south and southwest on Colorado Highway 133 for 46 miles to the park. Anthracite Campground is located on County Road 12, Kebler Pass Road.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 18, 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