Trinidad Lake State Park in Colorado State

Trinidad Lake State Park

As a semi-desert, this area offers hiking, biking, geocaching and hunting, but has great water-based activities as well.

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Trinidad Lake State Park Details

As a semi-desert, this area offers hiking, biking, geocaching and hunting, but has great water-based activities as well. Visitors can fish for brown trout and bass, as can sail, canoe, and water ski. There are 73 campsites to choose from, and a network of trails to explore. There are nature programs available, as well as a Native American archaeological site near the visitor center.

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