Ridgway State Park - Colorado State Parks

Ridgway State Park - Colorado State Parks Ridgway State Park Welcome to one of the most magnificent parks in America. All the recreation sites have easy bicycle access.

Nestled a the base of the spectacular San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado, Ridgway Reservoir is a year-round outdoor recreation paradise. Stretching nearly five mile along the Uncompahgre Rive Valley, Ridgway is a mecca for boaters, anglers, and swimmers. The park offers three campgrounds, each with a unique atmosphere, charm and modern facilities for comfort and convenience. Natural surfa

ce trails pass through the pinyon/juniper forests and onto the mesas offering spectacular view of the surrounding mountain peaks.

Buckle up, stargazers! We're on a quest for Dark Sky certification! 🚀 You may have noticed that the lights around the pa...
09/01/2026

Buckle up, stargazers! We're on a quest for Dark Sky certification! 🚀

You may have noticed that the lights around the park are hitting a little differently this year. That's on purpose! We're working hard with our friends in neighboring communities as we aim to reduce our nighttime footprint.

Enjoy these are pictures from our most recent night gazing event held by our wonderful and talented, Naturalist and volunteers. 🤟

You can find more events at our park on our website at: https://cpw.state.co.us/events?f%5B0%5D=state_parks%3A186

Notice anything besides our team's exhausted faces? 😴 We've been working hard to add some much-needed seating around the...
08/30/2026

Notice anything besides our team's exhausted faces? 😴 We've been working hard to add some much-needed seating around the park! You can find new tables, shade structures, and benches all around the park... Because let's be real, we needed a place to sit too! 😅

08/26/2026
Need an extra life jacket this weekend? 🛟Did you know you can borrow a life jacket for FREE from one of our Life Jacket ...
08/25/2026

Need an extra life jacket this weekend? 🛟

Did you know you can borrow a life jacket for FREE from one of our Life Jacket Loaner Stations here at the park? Life jackets are available for both kids and adults, so you can get the right fit for everyone in your group.

📍 At Ridgway State Park, you’ll find three life jacket loaner stations:
• Bayview Day Use Area (entrance to shoreline)
• Boat Ramp
• Mear’s Bay Day Use Parking Area

Looking for a loaner station near you? Find a BoatUS Foundation Life Jacket Loaner Site here:
👉 boatus.org/child-life-jacket-loaners/

Remember: Colorado law requires recreational vessels to have a properly sized, wearable PFD on board for each person. Children 12 years old and younger must wear a PFD at all times while on the water.

Whether you're boating, paddling, or just enjoying the lake, wear your life jacket and stay safe out there! Have fun on the water! 🌊☀️

Did you know that bears consumer 20,000 calories EACH DAY? Bears are hungry and currently on the hunt for high-calorie f...
08/24/2026

Did you know that bears consumer 20,000 calories EACH DAY?

Bears are hungry and currently on the hunt for high-calorie food as they begin to fatten up for fall. As drought conditions limit natural foods, you may see more bears seeking food. Do your part in minimizing human-bear conflicts!

🗑️Put away all bird food and hummingbird feeders.
🗑️Use a bear-resistant trash container if available to you.
🗑️Make sure trash can lids tightly closed and latched.
🗑️Never leave bags of trash outside or next to your tent, car, or trash can.
🗑️Bring empty trash cans back inside as soon as possible after collection.
🗑️Clean barbecues grills after use.
🗑️Keep all food including pet food inside.
🗑️Keep coolers secured, even if it's empty.
🐻 Give bears their space, never corner or run from a bear!

Good rule of thumb, secure all items if it has a scent (even toiletries)!

Follow this page for more information on how to be BearWise: https://bearwise.org/

Did you know that you can check out a state park pass from the local library? Come enjoy the cooler weather with us!
08/23/2026

Did you know that you can check out a state park pass from the local library? Come enjoy the cooler weather with us!

Just because school is starting, doesn't mean the summer fun has to end!
Check out a Colorado State Park Pass today!

As the weather cools, our resident Mule Deer may be spotted frequenting the Visitor Center more often. These fawns are u...
08/19/2026

As the weather cools, our resident Mule Deer may be spotted frequenting the Visitor Center more often. These fawns are undeniably adorable! However, it is essential to maintain a safe distance from these animals. 🦌

To learn more about Mule Deer and how to interact with wildlife, please visit the following links:

https://cpw.state.co.us/species/mule-deer

https://cpw.state.co.us/crossing-paths-wildlife #4257225834-3334926705.

To thank U.S. military members for their dedicated service and sacrifices, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is continui...
08/15/2026

To thank U.S. military members for their dedicated service and sacrifices, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is continuing to offer free admission to all Colorado state parks for active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members during the month of August.

Come on by the park with the acceptable forms of identification (listed below) to claim your August Pass!

https://cpw.state.co.us/news/07312025/cpw-offers-free-entry-colorado-state-parks-august-active-duty-military-veterans-and

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Ridgway, CO
81432

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