CRAWFORD STATE PARK

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CAMPING COLORADO

Crawford State Park


April 24, 2024

Crawford State Park is a picturesque camping area located in Colorado, offering a range of amenities for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides well-maintained facilities, including picnic areas, fire pits, and clean restrooms with showers. Additionally, visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. The park also has a visitor center where campers can obtain information about the area and participate in educational programs.

Reservations are accepted at Crawford State Park, allowing campers to secure their preferred camping spot in advance. This is especially recommended during peak seasons, as the campground can get quite busy. The best time of year to visit Crawford State Park is during the spring and fall months when the weather is milder, and the surrounding landscape is adorned with beautiful colors. However, the park is open year-round, and each season offers its own unique charm.

While enjoying the camping area, visitors should be cautious of potential wildlife encounters, particularly with black bears. It is important to properly store food and dispose of trash to prevent attracting these animals to the camping area. Additionally, campers should be aware of fire regulations and exercise caution when using fire pits or grills. Overall, Crawford State Park offers a stunning camping experience with various amenities and activities, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Harvey Gap Reservoir

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Blue Catfish Brown Trout Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Weir & Johnson Reservoir

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Silver Jack Reservoir

Almaco Jack Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

North Fork Animas River

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Silver Jack Fisherman Access

Almaco Jack Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Park Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Vela

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Crawford Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Overland Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Chipeta Lakes SWA

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Cedar Mesa Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Gould Reservoir

Apache Trout Brook Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Morrow Point Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Vega Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Paonia Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Blue Catfish Brown Trout Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass White Perch Yellow Perch

Rifle Gap Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Crystal Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Ridgway Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Kelp Bass Northern Pike Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Beaver Lake Day Use Area/ Fishing Site

Atkinson Reservoir

Apache Trout Kelp Bass Northern Pike
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

SOUTH SECTION LINE SEC 34, T1N, R83W TO CONFLUENCE WITH DECKER CREEK
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WY-CO STATE LINE TO ENCAMPMENT RIVER WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
HEADWATERS TO FLAT TOPS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Upper White Watershed, Colorado
YAMPA RIVER SEGMENT 3
Lower Yampa Watershed, Colorado
YAMPA RIVER SEGMENT 2
Lower Yampa Watershed, Colorado
FLAT TOPS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO NF BOUNDARY
Upper White Watershed, Colorado
ROARING FORK (WEST SECTION LINE SEC 28 T9N, R82W); RED CANYON (NW1/4 SEC 5, T8N, R82W) TO EAST SECTION LINE SEC 34, T9N, R82W
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
YAMPA RIVER SEGMENT 1
Lower Yampa Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS OF NORTH, MIDDLE AND SOUTH FORKS TO CONFLUENCE OF SOUTH FORK WITH ENCAMPMENT RIVER
Upper Yampa Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 6
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

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