Sylvan Lake State Park

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Details: Located in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Sylvan Lake State Park is a haven for those who enjoy the outdoors. Surrounded by the White River National Forest, Sylvan Lake offers a spectacular setting for boat and shore fishing, a great spot for picnicking, hiking and outdoor photography at the foot of beautiful wooded mountains. There are 44 campsites, 9 cabins, and 3 yurts available to reserve for overnight stays. There are a total of 44 campsites. Sites 1-34 in Elk Run Campground include sites with views of the lake or down the Brush Creek Valley. Sites 35-44 in Fisherman's Paradise Campground include pull-through and back in sites near the lake. Sites accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. There are no individual site hook ups. The camper services building provides flush toilets and coin showers during summer. Drinking water and vault toilets are available year-round.
Directions: To Sylvan Lake, Cabins, Campsites: Take I-70 to Eagle (Exit 147). Turn south through the Eby Creek roundabouts, under the railroad and across the river, then west on US HWY 6 (Grand Ave) for 0.9 miles. At the roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Sylvan Lake Road for 1.7 miles. Turn south on Brush Creek Road and travel 9 miles to the Visitor Center. Continue on Brush Creek Road until the road forks and becomes dirt. At the fork stay right and travel 5 miles to the lake, campground and cabins. To Brush Creek Yurts: Follow above directions until fork in road. Take left fork and travel 4.5 miles. The Yurts are on the left at the top of the switchbacks. The Yurts are 9.5 miles from the lake. For more information about the park or current conditions visit https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/sylvanlake or call (970) 328-2021.

Reservations: Reserve America - Sylvan Lake State Park

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