Mailing
1800 11.8 Road
Loma, CO   81524
Park Office
1800 11.8 Road
Loma, CO   81524

Office Hours
Visitor Center open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Park Hours
Day use closes at 10 p.m.

Fax   970-858-5150
Phone   970-858-7208

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Highline Lake State Park
Boating, Swimming at Highline Lake 

An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for the Grand Valley with two lakes, lush grass, trails and trees.
No matter the season, Highline Lake State Park is a diverse and welcome retreat. Connected to miles of trails and close to communities, the park makes an ideal base camp for exploring the Grand Junction area.  Whether passing through on mountain bikes, or as an end destination, the park welcomes campers, anglers, families and groups.

Birders have plenty to see here. The Audubon Society designated the park an important bird area; thousands migrate through the area every winter.
Park Information
Why Visit Now

ANS inspectors are now available 7 am to 8 pm Monday - Friday, and 6 am to 9 pm Saturday and Sunday.   Decontaminations are  available 8 am to 4 pm ONLY! 
ALL boats with even one ballast tank, an inboard motor OR an inboard/outboard motor must go through a decontamination unless the boat has a seal. 
Ask for a seal when you leave the water to save time the next time you launch!
Enter the park on the Visitor Center side for timely boat inspections weekdays!

The swim beach is open!  The water is warming up with the weather, but bring a towel to dry off, then let the sun warm you up. 

Summer is on the way and it's time to picnic at Highline Lake!  Maybe taking a hike on the trails,  spending some time on the water or catching  a trout is more your thing.  There are many possibilities at Highline Lake, and it's finally warm enough to do all of them.  Enjoy summer!

Bring a camera, and Get Outdoors at Highline Lake! 

Current Park Weather

Fair84.0° F
Fair
Wind: Variable at 5.8 MPH
Highline Lake: A Wild Summer Outdoors
June 5
The Wonderful World of Insects
Highline Lake Offers Boating Safely Classes
June 8
Highline Lake Offers Boating Safely Classes to certify teens 14 and older to operate motorized boats.
Highline Lake: A Wild Summer Outdoors
June 12
"Fun"damentals of Camping!
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Boaters be aware - there are important changes to ANS boat inspections - see the Conditions page for essential  information!   
Inspections available Mon-Fri
7 am to 8 pm; Sat-Sun 6 am to 9 pm.
Decontaminations 8 am to 4 pm 7 days/week ONLY!
Ask for a seal when leaving the water - it will save time on your next launch.

Last Modified Date: 5/20/2013 11:10 AM