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From N. 7th Ave On N.7th Ave, follow the paved road north for 10 miles. NOTE: If you are using a GPS unit to navigate, this road changes names several times. Don't turn onto any unpaved roads. After the large S-curves, turn left onto CR-46 and continue for 2 miles west to CR-33. Follow the paved road north on CR-33. The South entrance leads to Inlet Grove Campground, Chimney View Campground, Cottonwood Cove Swim Beach, the South Boat Ramp, and other fishing and picnic areas. The Elks Entrance is 2 miles north on CR-33, and leads to the Elks Campground, Elks Boat Ramp, the park Visitor Center.
Big park, spacious, right on the reservoir. But because this is an irrigation reservoir and because of the current drought they empty it out for irrigation purposes. The host told me on September 22, 2022 that the Reservoir is at 8% capacity only. Hence, it is only 15 feet deep whereas when it is full it is 65 feet deep.
Very well kept and out of the way. It's good for a day trip from Denver. It's quiet with a decent walking trail that isn't hard. Fish jump out of the water all the time on a cool day, and there's birds all over the place.
We visited this campground in September 2023 at site #119 which was on the edge of the lake, but the lake was nearly dried up....sadly disappointed. I'm still giving this campground 5 stars because the park is huge, clean, and has several loop with many campsites with amazing views to choose from. Our site was mostly leveled and very spacious. Cell service for Verizon sucked but the archery range was a bonus. As we departed the park, we encountered an issue with our rear trailer tire that required immediate attention. I believe his name was Ben (my apologies if i forgot you name). Ben noticed us and graciously rendered aid, which involved the removal of the trailer tire for repair. Ben was amazing and we truly appreciate your service to get us back on the road again. We will return in the near future. Thanks a bunch!!!
