Facilities at Arkansas Headwaters | Colorado State Parks

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Boat Ramps - 4/9/2008

For information on boat access points, check out the AHRA Map from the "Maps and Directions" link on the left side of Arkansas Headwaters' main page. There are 23 boat ramps available.

Campgrounds - 4/9/2008

The 150-mile-long AHRA has six basic campgrounds with tent pads, picnic tables and grills and most camp site parking will also accommodate larger RV units. There is no running water or other utilities. There are also several undeveloped camping areas belonging to the Bureau of Land Management along the Arkansas River. For more information, visit the "Camping" link on the left side of Arkansas Headwaters' main page.

Group Picnic Area - 4/9/2008

Collegiate Peaks Overlook group picnic site is located 1 mile east of Johnson Village off Highways 24 and 285, turning north onto County Road 304. There is a panoramic view of the Collegiate Peaks and Arkansas River Valley with a viewing pavilion and interpretive panels and benches. For group picnics there is one covered pavilion with 6 picnic tables and two covered pavilions with one picnic table each. These can be reserved for group use by calling AHRA at 719-539-7289.

Trails - 4/9/2008

There are numerous trails originating from river access points, picnic areas and campgrounds. For more information, check out the "Trails" section on the left side of Arkansas Headwaters' main page.

Visitor Center - 4/9/2008

To get to the AHRA Visitor Center from the intersection of Highways 285/24, turn left/south on Highway 285, drive 14 miles to Hwy 291, turn left, drive 8 miles to G St, turn left 1 block to Sackett Ave, turn left. The Visitor Center is on left corner of G and Sackett Streets. From the intersection of Highways 50/291, turn north on Hwy 291 (1st Street), go one block past the stop light to G Street, turn right 1 block to Sackett Ave, turn left. The Visitor center is on left corner of Sackett and G Streets.

Wedding Facilities - 4/9/2008

For an outdoor wedding with spectacular views, AHRA offers several ideal locations for a small, non-formal ceremony. Call AHRA at 719-539-7289 for more information.

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