North Lake State Wildlife Area — Attraction in Colorado

840-acre state-operated Wildlife Area along the north Fork of the Purgatoire River. Approximately 35 miles NW of Trinidad on Col. Hwy 12, the Wildlife area is halfway between Stonewalll and the southern approach to Cuchara Pass. Two separate units, a small lake, nestled in a bend of Hwy 12 and a larger area running west into the adjoining San Isabel National Forest along both sides of the North Purgatoire. Parking areas, boat launch and restrooms around the lake on Hwy 12. Two parking areas along the river, on Route 34, a forest road running west from Hwy 12, south of the lake. Day Use Only, no camping or fires in the Wildlife Area. Camping available in the National Forest west of the the Wildlife Area along Route 34. Boats restricted to hand-power or...

Great place to make memories, I take my kids here every year when we come to Colorado, its beautiful here all times of the year great for picnics, fishing, hanging out or just want to breath in mountain fresh air this place is a must stop...

Beautiful Lake!! Fishing is with artificial flies and Lures ONLY!! Please follow and abide by ALL Colorado Parks & Wildlife rules and regulations!! Our state depends on its residents to be respectful & considerate in our...