Filed Under: Camping, Cycling, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback, Paddling
Lake Estes, a feature of the Colorado-Big Thompson Project, is formed by Olympus Dam constructed across the Big Thompson River. The after bay storage in Lake Estes and the fore bay storage in Marys Lake enable the Estes power plant to meet daily variations in energy demand. Recreation facilities include a nine-hole golf course, five picnic and associated day-use areas, and a marina. Good access to recreation areas. Water surface available for recreation is 185 surface acres. Power boating is limited, but available. Sailing opportunities. Fish species available are largely rainbow trout. Facilities are closed in winter due to ice and snow.
Directions
Site is about 2 miles east of Estes Park, Colorado.
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