Highline Lake State Park
Open year-round. Construction projects on the park's west side through the end of June 2026 may cause weekday noise and dust near Sunset Ridge Campground, with possible intermittent road closures or detours.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 4:18AM MDT until August 31 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area today and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Highline Lake State Park is a 560-acre park centered around a 174-acre reservoir in Mesa County, Colorado. The campground offers 56 sites spread across areas with a mix of sun and shade, suitable for tent camping, campers, and RVs. Each campsite includes a fire ring with grill and a picnic table. The Camper Services Building provides flush toilets, showers, and laundry facilities year-round. The park features two lakes: Highline Lake allows swimming at a designated beach and permits motorized boating, while the smaller Mack Mesa Lake is restricted to non-motorized watercraft. Both lakes offer fishing opportunities. A playground is available for families, and firewood can be purchased on-site. Reservations are required and can be made up to six months in advance through the Colorado Parks & Wildlife reservation system. Check-in is at 1 p.m. and check-out is at noon. Maximum stay is 14 days within a 28-day period, with a limit of six people, two motorized vehicles, and one camping unit per site.
Directions
From I-70, take the Loma exit (Exit 15) and turn north on Highway 139. Drive 5 miles, turn left on Q Road, then turn right on 11 8/10 Road to reach the Visitor Center and East Entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $28 - $36 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| highlinelake.park@state.co.us | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 858-7208 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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