Carter Lake

Current Conditions

Park Elevation 5760'
Report Last Updated: 5/5/2008
These reports are updated only when conditions change

Carter Lake

Park Situation

Terrain is rocky. Trails may be muddy with the spring thaw--please hike with caution.

Call the hotline at (970) 679-4554 for immediate changes.

Fishing Conditions

Trout fishing has been ok. Walleye fishing has started to pick up--please see the Division of Wildlife regulations for limits. Anglers have had some luck at the south end of the lake.

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Water Level

All three boat ramps are open and in the water; please use caution as the water is still dangerously cold. Construction at Dam 1 is almost completed and the reservoir is filling--the water has gone up over thirty vertical feet since February.

Water Elevation

Maximum Elevation - 5,758 ft.
Current Elevation - 5,710 ft.
Temperature - 40-42 degrees

Carter Lake Marina

Construction on the new marina area includes some road demolition--please slow down and drive with care as sections of the road are currently dirt and gravel. Look for the new marina facilities coming soon!

Camping

All campgrounds are currently open and reservable. Water pumps are on except at South Shore. The dump station is open at the south gatehouse.

Wildlife

Many elk and deer have been lingering around roads and pastures--please drive carefully!

Park Events

See our Upcoming Events section at www.larimer.org/naturalresources/

Activities

See the Parks and Open Lands Event Calendar