John Martin Reservoir State Park
Along the Arkansas River you can find this water sports paradise, with excellent opportunities for fishing and swimming.
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John Martin Reservoir State Park Details
Along the Arkansas River you can find this water sports paradise, with excellent opportunities for fishing and swimming. Along the Colorado Birding Trail, about 400 species have been spotted. On the lake, wind-water sports, boating and water skiing are permitted. Anglers can catch perch, catfish and bass. You can bike, hike and enjoy winter sports and camping. There are 213 campsites with 2 boat ramps as well.
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