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Biking
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1/16/2012 |
1.3 miles of disconnected trails along Hwy 92 from the swimbeach south to Iron Creek campground; .3 mile trail in Iron Creek interior.
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Boating
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1/16/2012 |
Boating capacity is 60 boats if we have 20 water skiing and 40 slow trollers fishing. IF we get a sailboat, that lowers the capacity because of the extra space a sailboat needs.
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Camping
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1/16/2012 |
There are over 60 campsites at The Iron Creek and Clear Fork campgrounds. Some sites offer electrical hook-ups and some are universally accessible. Visit Crawford's camping page for more information.
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Cross-country Skiing
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1/16/2012 |
Allowed only when there is enough snow to protect the vegetation; otherwise use the unplowed roads down to the frozen lake and travel there allowed ONLY when there is 8 inches or more of ice.
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Education Programs
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1/16/2012 |
Programs may be given and tailored to visitors wishes, but must contact park staff at least two weeks in advance.
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Fishing
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1/16/2012 |
Crawford State Park is known as a quality perch and crappie fishery. Anglers may reel in a lunker channel catfish, a dandy largemouth bass or a nice northern pike or rainbow trout.
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Group Picnicking
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1/16/2012 |
Gather the group for a day of fun at the Peninsula day-use area. The group area accommodates up to 100 people with a nice swim beach including an outdoor shower and comfort station, and is available by reservation at the park office. The Visitors Center with educational displays and park information is close by, as well as picnic areas not needing reservations.
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Hiking
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1/16/2012 |
1.3 miles of disconnected trails along Hwy 92 from the swimbeach south to Iron Creek campground; .3 mile trail in Iron Creek interior; .5 mile Indian Fire Nature trail on West Side. First two trails are ADA accessible, Indian Fire is not.
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Horseback Riding
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1/16/2012 |
Presently, there are no horse trails on the park, as no horses are allowed on the park by Bureau of Reclamation orders.
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Hunting
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1/16/2012 |
Waterfowl hunting is allowed in the fall seasons as long as the hunter is 100 yards away from anyone fishing on shore and 150 yards away from any campground. Big game hunting allowed in season under the above conditions.
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Ice Fishing
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3/8/2012 |
Allowed anywhere on the lake BUT only when there is a full 6 inches of ice. Snowmobiles may not be used as an aid to ice fishing.
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Jet Skiing
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1/16/2012 |
Must obey all boating rules of the road. If in the ski area, you must go in the same counter-clockwise direction as everyone else. The east bay bound by the Peninsula, the highway & Clear Fork campground is the play area.
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OHV Riding
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3/8/2012 |
OHV's are not allowed to be ridden anywhere on the park by Bureau of Reclamation orders.
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Picnicking
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1/16/2012 |
Several picnic sites are located throughout the park, each with a grill or fire ring.
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Sailboarding
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1/16/2012 |
Sailboarding allowed but few come. Best time is late May and June when we get more wind but the water is COLD.
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Snowmobiling
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3/8/2012 |
Snowmobile's are not allowed to be ridden on the park by Bureau of Reclamation orders. There are many areas near the park that snowmobiles may be used.
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Snowshoeing
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1/16/2012 |
Allowed wherever you want to go as long as there is enough snow to protect the vegetation.
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Snowtubing
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1/16/2012 |
Only good area is the Peninsula and then only when there is enough snow to protect the vegetation.
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Swimming
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1/16/2012 |
The swim beach is open during the late spring and throughout the summer season.
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Water Skiing
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1/16/2012 |
Water-ski season at Crawford usually is mid-May to mid-August. Scuba diving is permitted in any safe area but a diver's flag is required. Swimming is permitted in the swim area only, and is located in the Pennisula day-use area.
Boaters at Crawford State Park are subject to Colorado boating statutes and regulations, available at the entrance or boat ramp safety display.
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Winter Activities
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3/8/2012 |
Cold weather enthusiasts come to Crawford State Park for ice fishing, ice-skating, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Before going out onto a frozen lake, pond or river, it's important to take safety precautions to reduce the risk of falling through the ice. Knowing how to judge ice conditions will also help you make more informed decisions while enjoying winter activities.
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Winter Camping
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1/16/2012 |
Allowed in Clear Fork campground (plowed in winter) but have only a vault toilet near sites 46 through 54. No water or flush facilities open in winter.
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