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Biking - 4/27/2012
Four miles of wide, level gravel trails in the wildlife area provide a pleasant, safe hiking or mountain biking experience among the low dunes and wetlands. The wildlife area is closed from Feb. 15 until July 15.
Boating - 4/27/2012
When the lake is at normal water levels, water skiing, motor boating, personal watercraft, fishing, sailing and windsurfing are popular activities at San Luis Lake. The 890 surface-acre lake is a sandy, shallow bowl with gently sloping sides and few hazards. The wide boat ramp and stable water level provides boaters with easy loading and unloading of vessels. All boats must remain south of the wildlife area buoy line at the north end of the lake to protect valuable waterfowl nesting habitat. San Luis Lake, at 7,519 feet in elevation, is the warmest body of water in the San Luis Valley. Swimming is not permitted in the lake. Colorado boating statutes and regulations apply and are enforced by park rangers. Due to low water levels San Luis Lake is currently closed to motor boating.
Camping - 4/27/2012
San Luis State Park features a modern campground. All 51 sites have electrical hookups, sheltered tables, fire grills, nearby drinking water hydrants, and an available dump station. Campsites feature a panoramic view of San Luis Lake, the surrounding Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range and the Great Sand Dunes.
Education Programs - 4/27/2012
Children's activities and evening programs will kick off on Memorial Day weekend. Call the park at 719-378-2020 for details.
Fishing - 4/27/2012
When water levels are normal, San Luis offers trout fishing year round. Currently, water level is low, anglers can fish for carp, especially at the north end of the lake. Due to low water levels, the lake is currently only available for hand launched boats and shore fishing. The boat ramp is closed to motorboats.
Hiking - 4/27/2012
Four miles of wide, level gravel trails in the wildlife area provide a pleasant, safe hiking or mountain biking experience among the low dunes and wetlands. The wildlife area is closed from Feb. 15 until July 15 annually.
Hunting - 4/27/2012
Hunting of big game, waterfowl and small game is permitted in the park and wildlife area north of San Luis Lake when in season. Refer to printed hunting regulations brochures from Colorado Parks and Wildlife for current possession limits and information on special restrictions, regulations and hunting seasons. The wildlife area is closed from Feb. 15 until July 15 annually.
Picnicking - 4/27/2012
The Needles Picnic Area is located at the boat ramp and has restroom facilities. Originally designed for individual family use, the area is also popular with groups. Additional picnic sites are located along the western shore of San Luis Lake. View San Luis Map.
Water Skiing - 4/27/2012
Available if conditions exist, but water level is too low for boating at this time.
Last Modified Date: 3/15/2011 4:11 PM