Lake Pueblo State Park (Pueblo)

Lake Pueblo State Park in Pueblo: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Daily vehicle pass $10 (Colorado plates) / $15 (out-of-state plates, from May 1, 2026); Individual daily pass $4.

Address640 Pueblo Reservoir Rd, Pueblo, CO 81005

HoursPark open daily 5 AM–10 PM for day use (overnight only for registered camping/fishing/boating). Visitor Center hours vary — confirm on CPW site. Rock Canyon Swim Beach: Memorial Day to Labor Day only.

PricesDaily vehicle pass $10 (Colorado plates) / $15 (out-of-state plates, from May 1, 2026); Individual daily pass $4

Price notesPrice is PER VEHICLE, not per person (CPW official). The $15 out-of-state daily rate took effect May 1, 2026 per CPW news release; Lake Pueblo is NOT one of the seven parks with the extra $2 surcharge. Keep Colorado Wild annual pass $29 via vehicle registration; other annual passes available. Library Check Out Colorado State Parks pass covers vehicle entry — see report. Camping is extra ($28-$36/night) and requires reservation.

Age notesAll ages. CPW runs family nature programs at the park (e.g., Little Naturalists for preschoolers and Junior Ranger sessions listed on CPW Connect; children must be accompanied by an adult, programs free with a parks pass). Swimming is only at the Rock Canyon Swim Beach below the dam — no lifeguard; wading only in the reservoir itself.

BookingNo reservation for day use; campsite reservations required (cpwshop.com / 1-800-244-5613). Northern Plains Campgrounds are closed for the winter season per CPW.

Suggested timeAbout Half day to full day hours

AccessibilityNo accessibility details captured from the CPW park page as fetched 2026-11-05 (page content was truncated to wildlife text).

ParkingParking inside the park is covered by the vehicle parks pass; no separate parking fee stated by CPW.

Seasonal notesStanding flags from collection (CPW): the Rock Canyon Swim Beach is open Memorial Day-Labor Day only (the reservoir itself prohibits swimming - wading only); the Northern Plains campground closes in winter; marina and boat-inspection operations are seasonal. The Check Out Colorado State Parks library backpack (PCCLD) covers day entry here.

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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.

Lake Pueblo State Park — Pueblo, Colorado

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