Highline Lake State Park in Colorado State

Highline Lake State Park

Water lovers unite here for an array of activity including paddle boarding, swimming and water skiing.

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Highline Lake State Park Details

Water lovers unite here for an array of activity including paddle boarding, swimming and water skiing. Open to boaters during the spring and summer months, this lake also offers anglers a chance to catch channel catfish, crappie and largemouth bass. Nearby, Bookcliff Campgrounds host 31 sites. The bird watching opportunities here are excellent, with over 200 species to view, such as golden and bald eagles, herons and cranes. Check out the visitor center for into on hunting as well.

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