Lathrop State Park
Open year-round. Huerfano County Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect as of March 31, 2026. Reservations required via cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613, available up to 6 months in advance.
About
Lathrop State Park holds the distinction of being Colorado's first state park, established in 1962. Covering 1,451 acres in Huerfano County near Walsenburg, the park offers stunning views of the Spanish Peaks and provides a peaceful camping experience in southern Colorado. Two reservoirs, Martin Lake and Horseshoe Lake, provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and paddling, with boat ramps at each lake and an accessible kayak/canoe launch. The park features two campgrounds with 103 total sites. Yucca Campground offers a basic tent camping experience with fire pits and picnic tables. Piñon Campground caters to RV campers with paved pull-through and back-in sites, level parking, and up to 50-amp electrical hookups. Both campgrounds have access to water hydrants, a dump station, shower and laundry facilities, and both flush and vault toilets. Beyond camping, Lathrop offers 8 miles of trails and 40 picnic sites. The park is unique among Colorado state parks in adjoining a golf course, making it popular with campers who want to combine outdoor recreation with a round of golf.
Directions
Take Highway 160 three miles west from Walsenburg. Turn right on County Road 502. Continue one mile to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $28 - $250 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 75ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| lathrop.park@state.co.us | |
| Phone | +1 (719) 738-2376 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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