CRAGS CAMPGROUND

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CAMPING COLORADO

Crags Campground


April 26, 2024

Crags Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Colorado. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can enjoy access to clean drinking water, vault toilets, and picnic tables. However, it's important to note that there are no electric hookups or showers available at this campground. Additionally, there is no cell phone reception in the area, providing the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Reservations are not accepted at Crags Campground, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is advisable to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a camping spot. The best time of year to visit Crags Campground is during the summer and early fall when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. It's important to check weather conditions before heading to the campground, as it can be prone to sudden changes in temperature and afternoon thunderstorms.

One of the main attractions of Crags Campground is its proximity to the stunning hiking trails in the Pike National Forest. The Crags Trail, in particular, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and rock formations. However, hikers should be cautious and prepared, as some parts of the trail can be steep and challenging. It is also essential to be mindful of wildlife in the area, including black bears, and to follow proper food storage practices to prevent attracting them to the campsite. Overall, Crags Campground is a fantastic destination for nature lovers seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience in Colorado.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Cottonwood Park Lake (Kipling & Jewell)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout

Standley Lake

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Walleye

Barnum Park Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout

Loc Amora Pond (Josh`s Pond)

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass

Clear Creek Pond

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Chatfield Reservoir

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Harper Lake

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Marshall Reservoir

American Shad Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

McReynolds Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Prospect Park Lakes (Wheatridge)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Gallup Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Faversham Park Pond

Bluefin Tuna

Hyland Ponds

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Smith Lake - Washington Park

Bluegill Common Carp Green Sunfish

Johnson Reservoir

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Deadmans Creek

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Lake Isabel

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Pine Valley Ranch Pond

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Mason Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Spratt-Platte Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Bowles Grove Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Lambertson Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Bear Creek Ponds

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Cherry Creek Reservoir

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Common Carp Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Walleye

Exposition Park Pond

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Fishing is Fun #11

Ward Road Pond

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Hunters Glen Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Main Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lake Arbor

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout

Grasmere Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Engineers Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Rotella Park Pond

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Bluegill Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Rocky Mountain Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Rocky Mountain Arsenal

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Cherry Knolls Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Platte Canyon Ditch

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Louisville (Warembourg) Fishing Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Garland Park Lake (Lollipop Lake)

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

South Catamount Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Sterne Pond (Kids only)

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Pomona Lake Number 2

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Bluegill Brown Trout Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Palmer Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Webster Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Channel Catfish

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Lowell Ponds

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Meadow Park Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Arvada Reservoir

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Kendrick Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout Wiper

Fishing is Fun #10

South Platte Park Ponds (Littleton Flood Plain Ponds)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

McKay Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Ketring Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish

Pomona Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Upper Tule Lake

Bluefin Tuna

Thornton Rec Ctr Lake (Carpenter)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Common Carp Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Union Square Ponds

Apache Trout Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Manitou Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Adams County Fairground Lakes

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

City Park Lake (Denver)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout

Upper Reservoir - Palmer Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Vanderbilt Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Centennial Park

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Green Sunfish Kelp Bass

Crown Hill Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Strontia Springs Reservoir

Apache Trout Kelp Bass

Crystal Creek Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Tom Frost Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Brush Hollow Reservoir

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Birdland Lake (Jack B. Tomlinson Park)

Almaco Jack Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Siena Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Monument Lake (El Paso County)

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Community College Pond

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Watson Lake (Littleton)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Brown Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Soda Lakes

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Thornton Gravel Ponds #2 & #3

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Progress Park Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Harriman Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout Wiper

Rampart Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout Northern Pike

Stearns Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Cheesman Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout

Ketner Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Rosemont Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Camenisch Park Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Fishing is Fun #12

Lake Beckwith

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

North Catamount Reservoir

Apache Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Redtail Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Balsam Park Pond

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Carl Park Pond

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Chatfield Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Ridgeview Park Pond

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Marston Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Skaguay Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Garfield Lake

Alligator Gar Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Wellington Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Eaglewatch Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Strortia Springs Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass White Perch Yellow Perch

Grandview Ponds

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Sloan Lake

Blue Catfish Common Carp Kelp Bass Walleye

Smith Reservoir (Lakewood)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Brown Trout Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout

East Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout

South Platte River

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Civic Center Park Lake (Thornton)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Berkeley Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Viele Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Ken Mitchell Park Pond

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Homestake Fishing Site

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Overland Park Pond

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Rainbow Trout

Elaine T. Valente Open Space

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Common Carp Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout

Westminster City Park Pond

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Channel Catfish Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Blue Heron Lake

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Brown Trout Channel Catfish Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Huston Park Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Cutthroat Trout

Hine Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout White Perch Yellow Perch

Little`s Creek Pond

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Nichols Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout White Perch Yellow Perch

Jim Baker Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Talbott Irrigation Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Twin Lakes Park Ponds

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Croke Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout Walleye

Redstone Park Pond

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
CHEESEMAN DAM TO WIGMAN CLUB
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEAVER CREEK TO CHEESEMAN RESERVOIR
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
PRIVATE LAND TO CONFLUENCE WITH BEAVER CREEK
South Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado

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