What does it cost to visit Elkhead Reservoir State Park?

Entry to Elkhead Reservoir State Park: Daily vehicle pass $12-$17. Hours: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Do you need a reservation or ticket to visit Elkhead Reservoir State Park?

No, day use at Elkhead Reservoir State Park does not need a reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.

What facilities are at Elkhead Reservoir State Park?

Drinking water available. RV dump station on site.

Are dogs allowed at Elkhead Reservoir State Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Elkhead Reservoir State Park.

Can I swim at Elkhead Reservoir State Park?

Yes, Elkhead Reservoir is open to swimming at Elkhead Reservoir State Park.

State park

Elkhead Reservoir State Park

The park entrance is 8.2 miles from Hayden. 42 campsites. Day-use fee: Daily vehicle pass $12-$17. Hours: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Elkhead Reservoir State Park is a state park in Routt County, Colorado.

Elkhead Reservoir State Park map

Elkhead Reservoir State Park boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Agency fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

County and local burn bans may also apply on private, state, or county land nearby. On federal land, follow the land manager's order; off it, follow the strictest county or local rule that applies. When both touch your trip, obey both.

Common questions

: Elkhead Reservoir State Park has 42 developed campsites. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservations via cpwshop.com or 1-800-244-5613, up to six months ahead (as of September 30, 2026). Stays are limited to 14 days in any 28-day period.
: Entry to Elkhead Reservoir State Park: Daily vehicle pass $12-$17. Hours: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
: No, day use at Elkhead Reservoir State Park does not need a reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.
: Elkhead Reservoir State Park is 8.2 miles from Hayden.
: Drinking water available. RV dump station on site.
: Yes, dogs are allowed at Elkhead Reservoir State Park.
: Yes, Elkhead Reservoir is open to swimming at Elkhead Reservoir State Park.

Before you go

Elkhead Reservoir State Park is 8.2 miles from Hayden.

Day use needs no reservation; pay the entry fee on arrival.

Drinking water available
RV dump station on site

Camping at Elkhead Reservoir State Park

Elkhead Reservoir State Park has 42 developed campsites. Sites can be reserved in advance. Reservations via cpwshop.com or 1-800-244-5613, up to six months ahead (as of September 30, 2026). Stays are limited to 14 days in any 28-day period.

Reserve a site with the park's booking system

What to see

State park Designation in agency park name
State park system unit Listed on the agency park identity roster

Swimming

Elkhead Reservoir

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