Boating at Chatfield State Park
Boating is among the park’s most popular activities. You can enjoy water skiing, sailing, fishing or just cruising on the reservoir. Boats may be launched at either of our two boat ramps. The North Boat Ramps, located on the northwest side of the reservoir, have eight launch lanes and four courtesy docks. South Boat Ramp, located on the southeast side of the reservoir, has two launch lanes and one courtesy dock. The courtesy docks are available seasonally and will be removed when ice starts to form on the lake.
 The reservoir can be quite busy during the summer season and is divided into use zones. The main body of the reservoir is the Power Zone. This area is for general boating and water skiing and has a counter clockwise direction of travel. There are also two large No Wake Zones at the southwest and southeast ends of the reservoir. These areas are great for fishing, canoeing or just taking a break. During times of peak use, the reservoir may reach boating capacity. When boating capacity is reached, rangers at the boat dock will not allow boats to launch until a vessel has left the reservoir. You can find a reservoir zone map at the link below.
Off-season boating can be very enjoyable. The reservoir closes to boating only when ice on the reservoir prevents safe navigation. During the off-season, many of the aids to navigation are not in place. Please recognize that not all hazards may be marked, so always use caution when boating.
All Colorado Boating Statutes and Regulations are enforced on the reservoir. Copies of current boating regulations are available at the entrance station, park office.
Marina
Chatfield has a full service marina offering slip rentals, boat rentals, boat storage and Seagull’s restaurant. Please call the Marina for information at 303-791-5555. Services available seasonally. View the Chatfield State Park Map for marina location.
Swim Beach
The swim beach on the west side of the reservoir is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day. The swim beach has changing room facilities, complete with showers and restrooms, picnic areas with tables and small grills. Lifeguards are on duty most hours the beach is open.
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