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24005 CR 330
Sterling, CO   80751
Park Office
24005 CR 330
Sterling, CO   80751

Office Hours
Visitor Center: 8-4:30pm as staffing allows
Park Hours
24 hours a day - no day use from 10pm to 6am

Fax   970-522-2230
Phone   970-522-3657

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Fishing at North Sterling

This large, spacious reservoir on the high plains draws locals and tourists alike from May through September and waterfowl hunters during the hunting season.  North Sterling State Park is a gateway to fun and relaxation. Elks Campground is open year-round.


A boater's paradise, this large irrigation reservoir offers great coves and fingers to explore during the spring and summer months. Anglers, boaters and water skiers enjoy the water all day, while land lovers hike, bike, or picnic.
The marina concession has closed its business at North Sterling State Park. General camping supplies, bait and fishing licenses need to be purchased before coming to the park. The Visitor Center does have firewood, bottled water and sodas. Questions? Call 970-522-3657.

The reservoir is closed to boating effective Sept. 30, 2009, and will open again April 15, 2010.

Closure: Ski Beach, So. Ramp , Dam & Balanced Rock Area closed to all public access, including walk-in use, due to construction on the dam. South campgrounds close on October 1st. Elks Campground north of the dam is open year round.

Modern facilities

The park offers a Visitor Center north of the dam with educational displays, 2 camper services buildings, a public picnic pavilion at the swimbeach, Marina Point Picnic Pavilion north of dam for rent @ $30/day, plus 3 great campgrounds.
Majestic bluffs

Majestic bluffs and expansive views of the high plains make for great days and nights at North Sterling.

 

Last Updated: 1/25/2010

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