Jackson Lake State Park - Colorado Beaches

Jackson Lake State Park
Mailing
26363 MCR 3
Orchard, CO 80649
Park Office
26363 County Road 3
Orchard, CO 80649
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This park is an "Oasis in the Plains," for swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing. But that's not all...
Jackson Lake is ranked one of the "Top 15 Park Beaches" by Reserve America. Anglers, boaters, or naturalists realizing there’s too much fun for just one day enjoy the variety of water or land based recreational facilities found here.
Birders and hunters flock here because of the parks location in the Central Flyway for migratory birds. Quiet winter months provide hearty wildlife viewers some excellent opportunities to spot the many animals that live here.
No matter the season, Jackson Lake is, as novelist James Michener suggests, “an oasis of the plains."

Gather Up The Group
Whether its for day or more, a meeting or for recreation; Jackson Lake group facilities offer a range of options. Groups can picnic, camp or conference here.

Park History
Native American Indians inhabited the land before the Jackson Reservoir was built in 1902. In 1962 the state purchased the land for fishing and hunting.

Fishing Opportunities

Jackson Lake is home to rainbow trout, wipers, channel catfish, walleye, saugeye, large and smallmouth bass, and northern pike to name a few. If you're just learning the basics or are a seasoned fisherman, fishing opportunities abound. For a current fishing report, click the "Conditions" link located on the left side. For additional information, check out our Jackson Lake Fishing Brochure.

Last Updated: 1/15/2009