Elkhead State Park, State park with reservoir in Craig, Colorado.
The 900-acre Elkhead Reservoir lies within a 2,100-acre park featuring 42 campsites and 10.5 miles of trails across rolling hills.
Constructed in 1974, Elkhead Reservoir supported Craig's power facilities before Colorado State Parks assumed management responsibilities in 1998.
The reservoir attracts numerous outdoor enthusiasts who engage in boating, swimming, jet skiing, wildlife observation, hiking, and camping throughout the seasons.
Park entry fees include a $10 daily vehicle pass or $4 individual pass, with operating hours from 5 AM to 10 PM daily.
The park's shoreline houses 212 bird species, including Golden Eagles and Great Blue Herons, alongside American Badgers and Pronghorn Antelopes.
Location: Colorado
Inception: 2009
Website: https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/elkheadreservoir
Website: https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/elkheadreservoir
GPS coordinates: 40.56110,-107.38200
Latest update: March 30, 2025 00:46
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