Are there bears at Lathrop State Park?

Bob cats and black bear make occasional appearances. Many anglers are attracted by the warm-water fishing opportunities, which include northern pike, walleye, wiper, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, perch, and channel catfish.

Can you swim in Lathrop State Park?

Lathrop State Park is great for swimming. Horseshoe Lake, for wakeless watercraft only, is warmer than high-elevation lakes, reaching temperatures of 75 degrees in summer. Martin Lake has a swim beach and shower. Recommended season(s): Year round.

Can you kayak at Lathrop State Park?

It’s popular for windsurfing, kayaking, and canoeing. Camping: There are 103 reservable, year-round campsites and 3 group camping areas. All of the sites have picnic tables and fire pits. Pinon Campground has 82 electric spots and coin showers while Yucca has 21 non-electric sites.

Does Lathrop State Park have water hookups?

Improved Sites provide 20/30/50 amp electricity at the site, but do not provide water or sewer hookups.

What is the oldest state park in Colorado?

Lathrop has the distinction of being Colorado’s first state park. * Opened in June 1962, it bears the name of the state’s first director of the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, Harold W.

Are dogs allowed at Lathrop State Park?

The Lathrop State Park is over 1,500 acres, and it has two large lakes as well as many hiking trails that go up into the mountains. Dogs can also visit this park, but they must remain on a six-foot-long leash the entire time, and they cannot go near the swimming beach area.

Is Boyd Lake open?

Swimming is open for most of the spring and summer, beginning Memorial Day weekend and ending in late September or October. Boyd Lake offers 1,700 surface acres for watercraft of all kinds, and kayakers and paddlers use the beach as a launch for their craft.

How much does it cost to get into Lathrop State Park?

Like all Colorado state parks, there is a daily fee on top of the campsite reservation that is paid upon arrival. Lathrop’s fee was $9 (in addition to the $36/night) per day which makes the park a bit expensive for an electric only site. The views of the mountains from this park are great and we would stay again.

Which state has the most state parks?

New York has 1,416 state park sites, by far the most of any state, while Alabama has the fewest at 22.

Where is John Martin Reservoir?

Colorado
An oasis in the high plains, John Martin Reservoir is a water sports haven for southeastern Colorado. It’s located in the little community of Hasty, Colorado, about two hours east of Pueblo. The state park is close to historic sites, including Bent’s Old Fort and the Sand Creek Massacre.

Does Boyd Lake have a beach?

Spanning 1,700 acres, visitors to Boyd Lake Swim Beach will have at their behest a large beach for relaxing, wading, and swimming, a marina with a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and a day use area with ample room for picnics and games. Be sure to check with Colorado Parks and Wildlife for current fishing regulations.

Where are the campsites at Lathrop State Park?

Lathrop State Park has two campgrounds with 103 single-family campsites and both campgrounds are located close to beautiful Martin Lake. Pinon campground has 82 campsites (some with 50 amp electric / no water or sewer) and Yucca campground has 21 non-electric sites.

What to do in Lathrop Park in Colorado?

The park’s two lakes offer a variety of boating and angling opportunities for all types of water recreation. Martin Lake offers water skiing, power and sail boating. Because Martin is a warm-water lake, it makes it great for swimmers.

Where is the boat launching in Lathrop Il?

Boat launching is available, along with picnic tables, barbecues, horseshoe pits and a children’s play area. 890 W. Dos Reis Rd., Lathrop (Off Interstate 5 just west of Lathrop). Day use area open from sunrise to sunset. $5 per vehicle (weekdays), $6 (weekends and holidays). Please note: credit cards not accepted at kiosks.

Where is the dos Reis Park in Lathrop located?

890 W. Dos Reis Rd., Lathrop (Off Interstate 5 just west of Lathrop). Day use area open from sunrise to sunset. $5 per vehicle (weekdays), $6 (weekends and holidays). Please note: credit cards not accepted at kiosks. (209) 953-8800 or 331-7400 (Parks office is located at Micke Grove Regional Park’s Memorial Building, across from Japanese Garden).