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Located off Interstate 25, Exit 92 to U.S. Highway 26 and then State Route 270.
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Update: Went from 3 stars to 5 we received an email informing us that they were filling the reservoir again. We decided to give it a second chance and we stayed at Sandy Point. If you haven't been here it is worth the trip we came up from Cheyenne, WY, so not to long of a drive. If you have time check out the Meseum and the Castle all displays and structures are original and date back to the 1930's. The staff was very knowledgeable and a joy to talk to. Really happy we gave them a second chance.
Original review: This park has great potential however, they drain the reservoir in the middle of the summer, the 3 star rating is for the gorgeous sunsets which get a 5 star on its own, they were absolutely breath taking. I will however saw there was some water we were able to get into at Gray Rocks Reservoir. I also wish I knew that train tracks ran right next to the campsite. Other than that they did have neat and well kept campsite I just wish they had water to cool off, we had to drive 30 minutes to go to Gray Rocks
I can not express in words how amazing my trip to the park was. I decided to go on a solo trip for my birthday, guernsey state park was close to where I live and looked amazing online.
I rented a yurt for two nights. Not only is the price very reasonable but the whole experience was breathtaking. The staff was so friendly and helpful, the yurt was very well kept and homey feeling.
The view, oh the view, it is completely breathtaking. Even the restrooms were all nice and clean, no smell, no flies! The shower facility was nice and the beach was very relaxing. I took over a hundred pics on the trip and they are all better then the next. I definitely recommend visiting the park.
Loved the lake, the train tracks are very busy and are heard from the campground all day and night long. The lake is great. Had a great time paddle boarding and enjoying the water.
Very crowded on the weekends and hard to find an available spot because the website is horrendously awful and almost unusable. Reservations are required for the majority of spots so plan to spend a great deal of time trying to navigate the very user unfriendly website... Campsites are very close together in most areas and not on water with only a very few close to water or that offer any sort of privacy. Fishing was awful in what looked to be the perfect spot.. Take only memories, leave only footprints.
This place was absolutely stunning and by far the best area I’ve ever seen for boats, campers, and jet skis. For just $7 you get a day pass at paradise and I truly enjoyed it.
For those who just hike and don’t do water activities, this is still a great place with breath taking views. Just be warned, you should definitely get a map and be prepared for less hiking and more just views on cliffs. On my first trail right by the museum (which is okay) I was attacked by 50+ of this one bug that I don’t know the species of. Whenever you walk down the path they fly and hit you from both sides of the path all the way down. Very annoying even with bug spray on!
Here are my top picks to go if you’re just looking for trails and views:
North bluff trail,The castle, and directly below the water dam is an amazing view and even spot for fishing. It looks restricted, but it’s really not. Lastly, I recommend just driving through the whole area while being very careful of the narrow roads. Below are pictures of all 3 and I recommend this place for sure!
