Barr Lake Home Page - Colorado State Parks

There’s something for every type of outdoors person –from the fishing enthusiast and boater to the naturalist -- at Barr Lake State Park, a short drive northeast of the Denver area.

Bicyclists of all ages and abilities, nature hikers and horseback riders enjoy the level 8.8-mile multi-use trail that circles the lake, passing by several wildlife viewing stations and the park’s wildlife refuge. More than 350 species of birds have been spotted in the park. Numerous bald eagles winter at Barr Lake and one pair stays to nest and raise its young every year. Barr Lake’s Nature Center has displays about the park’s wildlife and you can have your questions answered by a naturalist.
Visit Division of Wildflife for more information.

Fishing enthusiasts and boaters, including kayakers and canoeists enjoy the lake’s calm waters: Powerboats are limited to electric trolling or gasoline motors 10 horsepower or less. Channel catfish, small and large-mouthbass, rainbow trout, walleye, bluegill, wiper and tiger muskie are among the species that inhabit the waters of Barr Lake. Get Colorado boating registration and regulation information.

Questions or reservations for any of these programs please contact:
Barr Lake Nature Center (303) 659-6005

Make it an Event!

Groups of outdoor lovers can now make their next outing an event at Barr Lake’s new Meadowlark Picnic Pavilion, which can handle 100 people and has easy access to the trails.

Get on board!

The Eagle Express--a motorized 13 passenger cart—takes bird watchers on naturalist-guided tours on Barr Lake’s trails weekends from mid-May through September.

Eagle Express Rides start Sunday, May 11th. Groups will meet at the Nature Center, Saturdays 10-12pm
Sunday 11-1pm

Last Updated: 9/15/2008

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For Goodness Snakes

September 27

Discover the value of snakes and become familiar with three live snakes:bull,garter,and the rare hognose living at Barr Lake. Make a reservation by calling 303 659-6005.

Guided Bird Walks

October 4

Join Park Naturalists Lee and Marilyn for an informative bird walk. Program designed for adults. All ability levels welcome.

For Goodness Snakes

October 11

Discover the value of snakes and become familiar with three live snakes:bull,garter,and the rare hognose living at Barr Lake. Make a reservation by calling 303 659-6005.