Open

Open year-round with reservations required. Currently experiencing a water shortage due to drought conditions. Water is available but may become unavailable at any time. Campers should arrive with water tanks filled. Flush toilets, showers, and dump station operate seasonally mid-May through October. Winter camping (November 1 through May 14) has limited amenities at reduced rates.

Winter Weather Advisory issued October 31 at 10:37AM MDT until November 2 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO

10:37 AM — November 1st, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected above 10, 000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Flat Tops, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand and Battlement Mesas, and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 6 PM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

White River National Forest

Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness

This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.

White River National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

About

Sylvan Lake State Park encompasses 1,550 acres of pristine mountain landscape at 8,500 feet elevation near Eagle, Colorado. The centerpiece is a beautiful 42-acre lake stocked with rainbow and brown trout, surrounded by dense spruce and aspen forests. Two campgrounds offer 44 sites: Elk Run Campground with 34 sites and Fisherman's Paradise with 10 sites, both positioned to take advantage of the spectacular lake and mountain views. The park provides a true mountain camping experience with modern conveniences. Each campsite includes a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. Vault toilets are available year-round, while flush toilets, coin-operated showers, and the dump station operate seasonally from mid-May through October. The park operates off-grid, so no electric hookups are available. Three ADA-accessible campsites are available. Beyond camping, Sylvan Lake offers 7.8 miles of hiking trails, a boat ramp on the north shore, and exceptional opportunities for wildlife observation including elk, deer, and various bird species. Winter visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing when the lake freezes. The park operates year-round, though winter camping from November through mid-May has limited amenities and reduced fees.

Directions

From Eagle, Colorado, take Brush Creek Road south for approximately 10 miles. The park entrance is at 10200 Brush Creek Road, Eagle, CO 81631.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $25 - $190

Vehicle

Max RV Length 120ft
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites Yes

Contact

Email sylvanlake.statepark@state.co.us
Phone +1 (970) 328-2021

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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