Lake Colorado City State Park

07/26/2011 - The park boat ramp is currently closed due to low lake water levels. Please contact the park for more information.

The park is currently open Thursday - Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) March 16 - September 9; park hours are 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Fishing enthusiasts will tell you that year-round warm water makes this a great place to cast a line and snag an admirable catch of bass and catfish.

Things to Do

Activities include picnicking, camping, fishing and lake swimming (unsupervised). Featuring more than five miles of shoreline, 500 acres of parkland provide numerous outdoor activities for lake swimmers, fishermen, skiers, jet-skiers, campers, hikers and naturalists. Park visitors of all ages will enjoy seeing part of the official Texas longhorn herd.

Detailed fishing and lake information for Lake Colorado City

Equipment Rentals

The park rents kayaks, hydrobikes, paddle boats and tubes. Paddles and life vests are provided.

Ranger Programs

The park offers a variety of educational opportunities; check the calendar for upcoming events or contact the park for special tours.

Area Attractions

Lake Champion is a popular attraction nearby on State Highway 208. Other areas of interest include the Heart of West Texas Museum, Heritage House, Ruddick Park and numerous antique stores. Events of interest include the annual 4th of July Fly-In; annual Boer Goat Cook-Off; annual St. Ann's Fall Festival; Railhead Arts and Crafts Weekend, the third weekend each March, July and November; annual bass tournament; annual golf tournament; Hunters Appreciation Banquet, held the opening weekend of hunting season; annual Cowboy Breakfast and Old-Timers Reunion; High Plains Junior Rodeo, Parade and Queen's Contest; and the annual Courthouse Lighting and Parade, which includes the Little Mr. and Ms. Merry Christmas contest.