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26363 MCR 3
Orchard, CO   80649
Park Office
26363 County Road 3
Orchard, CO   80649

Office Hours
8A-4P Wednesday thru Monday Closed on Tuesdays
Park Hours
Open 24 hours a day. Quiet time is 10P to 6A

Fax   970-645-1535
Marina   970-645-2628
Phone   970-645-2551

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Serene lake with cloud reflection
This park is an "Oasis in the Plains," for swimming, boating, fishing and waterskiing. But that's not all...

Jackson Lake is ranked one of the "Top 15 Park Beaches" by Reserve America. Anglers, boaters, or naturalists realizing there’s too much fun for just one day enjoy the variety of water or land based recreational facilities found here. 
Birders and hunters flock here because of the parks location in the Central Flyway for migratory birds. Quiet winter months provide hearty wildlife viewers some excellent opportunities to spot the many animals that live here. 
No matter the season, Jackson Lake is, as novelist James Michener suggests, “an oasis of the plains."
Gather Up The Group

Whether its for day or more, a meeting or for recreation; Jackson Lake group facilities offer a range of options. Groups can picnic, camp or conference here.

Junior Rangers

Check our calender for junior rangers events held throughout the summer at Jackson Lake State Park.

Interview with Park Manager

Brad Jackson, Park Manager of Jackson Lake State Park gives an interview with Brian Allmer of Barn Radio Network. Hear the highlights of this "oasis on the plains."

Fishing Opportunities

Jackson Lake is home to rainbow trout, wipers, channel catfish, walleye, saugeye, large and smallmouth bass, and northern pike to name a few.  If you're just learning the basics or are a seasoned fisherman, fishing opportunities abound. For a current fishing report, click the "Conditions" link located on the left side.  For additional information, check out our Jackson Lake Fishing Brochure. 

Last Updated: 6/26/2009

Park at a glance
Current Conditions
81°
Partly cloudy
5 mph s
Jackson Lake is Going to the Dogs!
August 29
Join expert Shelly Columbia in her program entitled "Dog Obedience." Visitors are welcome to bring their own well-behaved dogs for some quick obedience pointers!
Creepy Creatures
September 5
Join Ranger Cyndi in the last Junior Ranger program of the season. Watch the video "Creepy, Crawly Creatures." Afterwards, a prize will be awarded for the longest live worm!
End of Summer Family Fun
September 5
Old Kids + Young Kids = FUN! Events include: Three-Legged Races and Water Balloon Toss (must be at least 10 years difference in ages of partners!!)