Cottonwood Lake Picnic Area — Hotel in Buena Vista

This is my favorite lake to SUP (stand up paddleboard) in Colorado. The lake is just big enough to get a good workout in with a few laps. The lake is protected from the wind most of the time, but there are occasional breezes that chop the water up. This lake is awesome because when you're on the water, you can see fish leaping out! This a great lake for fishing, canoeing,...

Very pretty area. Can tell it is quite busy in the summer season. Road is rough beyond the lake. There are restrooms available at the lake area. Dogs are required to be on a leash due to National Forest rules. The fee area around the lake has picnic tables and rustic grills available. There is Dispersed Camping along the road above the lake, some are...

You will find at Cottonwood Lake Picnic Area.. crystal clear water, many Picknick spots with BBQ under birch trees, lovely trails around the lake, friendly people who love fishing and also a variety of events about nature and wild animals during summer time. Dogs must...