Boyd Lake State Park is a water-sports haven for northern Colorado. The lake lies at the western-most edge of the plains at the foot of snow-capped Long's Peak and the mountains of the Continental Divide.
Boyd Lake State Park has something for everyone: boating, fishing, camping, picnicking, swimming, hiking, biking, and hunting.
All types of watercraft: ski boats, fishing boats, jet skis, sailboats, canoes, use Boyd Lake's 1,700 surface-acres of water. Boyd also has a sandy beach and a pavilion for swimmers. Boyd Lake State Park also has a modern campground with 148 paved pull-through sites that can accommodate vehicles up to 40 feet in length. For an aerial view of the Cottonwood Campground
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Pets are allowed on Boyd Lake State Park but must be kept on 6 foot leash at all times.
Boyd Lake State Park is open to boating. The Main Boat Ramp is a six-lane ramp located at the Marina at the east end of the marina parking lot. The two-lane Heron Cove Ramp, located just north of the group picnic area. When open the Heron Cove Ramp is used to launch small craft (i.e. Jet Skis). The Main Ramp is used to launch larger craft. It is MANDATORY that all water craft be inspected before launch at either ramp. Inspections are performed at the Main Boat Ramp only. Click on link at right for the ANS Inspection Hours.
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here for information on Boating Rules, Regulations, and Boat Safety classes.
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here for an interactive 2013 Colorado Fishing Regulation available online. You can also click the link on "Links" section to the right for the fishing regulation.
Anyone or group wishing to hold a special activity at Boyd Lake State Park must first complete the
Special Activities Agreement .
Reserve Mariner Point Group Picnic Area
Visitor Center Hours
Groups of up to 200 people can reserve Mariner Point Group Picnic Area located on a secluded peninsular just north of the marina cove. This private area includes a covered pavilion, tables, fire grills, electrical outlets, food preparation countertops, water, sink, restroom facility, and a fireplace. A volleyball court, horseshoe pits and a playground area are located next to the covered facility.
Click here for more information or to make a GPA Reservation.
The Boyd Lake Visitor Center is open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm. 2013. We sell Boat, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) & Snowmobile registrations as well as Colorado State Park Passes & Permits. We also sell Colorado State Fishing and Hunting Licenses.