Winter at Lake Pueblo

Lake Pueblo receives very special winter visitors each year. The majestic Bald Eagle, America’s amazing national symbol, graces the park from mid-December to March. Often found in the west-end, near the West Fishing Access Road, visitors watch the birds hunt for prey, perch in trees, or soar through the sky with breathless grace and dignity.  The park hosts an annual festival every February to celebrate the return of the Bald Eagles.

Winter Camping
 
Due to the water system renovation project during the winter/spring of 2011, winter camping is only available at Arkansas Point loop A.  These sites (1-27 and 94 and 95) are open year round and available for reservation.   During the winter season (October 1 to April 1) the shower and laundry facilities are closed.  A flush toilet facility in loop A and the Arkansas Point dump station is available year round.

Juniper Breaks and Northern Plains Campgrounds will be closed to ALL access (camping, vehicular and pedestrian) from January 3 to May 1, 2011 due to construction activities.  Traditionally, there are sites in these campgrounds open for winter camping.  They are expected to be open for 2012 winter camping. 

The lake can get a thin layer of ice on it in some shallow areas during the coldest time of the winter. The ice on the lake and at the Anticline Pond in Rock Canyon is never safe to walk on. Before going out onto a frozen lake, pond or river, it's important to take safety precautions to reduce the risk of falling through the ice. Knowing how to judge ice conditions will also help you make more informed decisions while enjoying winter activities. Click here for more information on ice safety, conditions and what to do if you fall through the ice.