Cottonwood Lake — Attraction in Buena Vista

Very picturesque hike. My wife and I went here to snowshoe. If you stay on the road snowshoes aren’t really necessary, but anything off the road or onto the lake is a must. The trek is slightly uphill from the picnic area car park and skirts by the side of the lake. Situated in what seems like a cul-de-sac of mountains you’ll not be short of fantastic view as you hike. Very easy hike with options to...

The east end restroom is closed for construction there's a portable toilet but it is full to the top and gross and it has been like that for a month without any attention. You can go down the road to the camping area for a fee but if you have any kind of sudden urgency it's too far away. The lake itself is beautiful and rates 5 Stars but the quality of the...

Snowshoed around the lake in fresh snow, it was beautiful and so peaceful. A couple people were out ice fishing. Great experience, can’t wait to explore in a different season. They have a boat ramp for non-motor crafts. I can imagine this is a great spot for fishing/swimming...