COLORADO STATE PARKS NORTHWEST REGION RON VELARDE NORTHWEST REGIONAL MANAGER

COLORADO STATE PARKS NORTHWEST REGION HIGHLINE LAKE JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER VEGA RIFLE COMPLEX SYLVAN LAKE STAGECOACH STATE FOREST STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE YAMPA RIVER/ELKHEAD

HIGHLINE LAKE STATE PARK

HIGHLINE LAKE STATE PARK An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for the Grand Valley, with two lakes, lush grass and trees

HIGHLINE LAKE STATE PARK An oasis in the desert, Highline Lake is the recreation epicenter for the Grand Valley, with two lakes, lush grass and trees Host to a variety of international competitive events, including the 18 Hours of Fruita and The Desert s Edge Triathlon Only State Park in the Grand Valley that offers boating, water and jet skiing, in addition to hunting, camping, fishing, ice fishing, ice skating, boating, wildlife viewing, hiking, biking and swimming

HIGHLINE LAKE STATE PARK HIGHLINE LAKE Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $355, 065.48 - up 6.3% Visitation 172,027 up 1.3%

JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK

JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK FIVE DISTINCT SECTIONS Island Acres Corn Lake Colorado River Wildlife Area Connected Lakes Fruita

JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK Each section features unique river and lake based outdoor recreation

JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK Each section features unique river and lake based outdoor recreation Visitors can enjoy camping, snowmobiling, swimming, white water rafting, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, OHVs, paddleboards and birding Named after James M. Robb Civic leader, former parks board member and chair, elected representative and champion of state parks

JAMES M. ROBB COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK JMR - COLORADO RIVER Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue for all sections $1,122,709- up 12% Visitation for all sections 489,544 up 4%

VEGA STATE PARK

VEGA STATE PARK At 8,000 ft, the park s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful meadow on the northeast edge of the Grand Mesa National Forest

VEGA STATE PARK At 8,000 ft, the park s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful meadow on the northeast edge of the Grand Mesa National Forest Offers wildlife watching, camping, hiking, fishing, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, cabins and picnic areas

VEGA STATE PARK At 8,000 ft, the park s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful meadow on the northeast edge of the Grand Mesa National Forest. Offers wildlife watching, camping, hiking, fishing, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, cabins and picnic areas Provides hunters, snowmobilers and OHV riders access to hundreds of miles of trails on the Grand Mesa

VEGA STATE PARK VEGA Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $353,065.98 - up 2.1% Visitation 204,972 up 2%

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK COMPLEX PARKS: Rifle Gap Harvey Gap Rifle Falls

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK Rifle Gap features a 350-acre reservoir for great boating, fishing, swimming, water-skiing and windsurfing in Colorado

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK Rifle Gap features a 350-acre reservoir for great boating, fishing, swimming, water-skiing and windsurfing in Colorado Harvey Gap offers fishing opportunities for a variety of species, and great ice fishing

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK Rifle Gap SP features a 350-acre reservoir for great boating, fishing, swimming, water-skiing and windsurfing in Colorado Harvey Gap offers fishing opportunities for a variety of species, and great ice fishing Rifle Falls is a lush area of trees and greenery created by the spray of a cascading triple waterfall. Caves entice spelunkers and curious visitors. A VERY busy park due to its various amenities and beauty

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK RIFLE GAP Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $521,860.70 - up 11.7% Visitation 253,259 - up 7.9%

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK HARVEY GAP Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $39,291.19- up 11.2% Visitation 45,080 - up 8.3%

RIFLE GAP COMPLEX STATE PARK RIFLE FALLS Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $206,579.82- up 14.3% Visitation 130,605- up 14.5%

SYLVAN LAKE STATE PARK

SYLVAN LAKE STATE PARK The park is surrounded by the White River National Forest and recognized for having stunning mountain scenery and year round diversion

SYLVAN LAKE STATE PARK The park is surrounded by the White River National Forest and recognized for having stunning mountain scenery and year round diversion Great fishing, for rainbows, cutthroats, brook and browns in the park s lake and creeks Hunting, fishing, ice fishing, horseback riding, ice skating, biking, photography, picnicking, sledding, snowshoeing, access to snowmobiling areas, winter camping, cabins and yurts

SYLVAN LAKE STATE PARK SYLVAN LAKE Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $492,933.96- up 8.1% Visitation 101,890- up.2%

STAGECOACH STATE PARK

STAGECOACH STATE PARK The 820-acre reservoir provides renown lake and river fishing surrounded by beautiful scenery in the lush Yampa Valley

STAGECOACH STATE PARK The 820-acre reservoir provides renown lake and river fishing surrounded by beautiful scenery in the lush Yampa Valley A year-round destination, the parks is a base for exploring the area s sports and recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and camping Offers a variety of events, including an interpretive snowshoe hike, paddleboard event, Debunk the Winter Funk festival, Boat Triathlon and ice fishing tournament

STAGECOACH STATE PARK STAGECOACH Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $439,682.71- up 11.5% Visitation 174,898- up 15.9%

STATE FOREST STATE PARK

STATE FOREST STATE PARK This rugged and scenic state park offers 71,ooo acres of forest, jagged peaks, alpine lakes, wildlife viewing and miles of trails

STATE FOREST STATE PARK This rugged and scenic state park offers 71,ooo acres of forest, jagged peaks, alpine lakes, wildlife viewing and miles of trails Known for it s population of moose, estimated at 600 called the moose viewing capitol of Colorado Features camping, hiking, four wheeling, horseback riding, skiing, snowshoeing, telemarking, snowboarding, snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, birding, wildlife viewing and geocaching

STATE FOREST STATE PARK STATE FOREST Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $473,235.26.71- down 3.2% Visitation 266,718- down 26.1%

STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE STATE PARK

STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE STATE PARK Considered one of Colorado s true jewels the scenic park has something for everyone

STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE STATE PARK Considered one of Colorado s true jewels the scenic parks have something for everyone Breathtaking scenery offers a wide variety of activities, including camping, fishing, ice fishing, picnicking, trails, boating, jet skiing, hunting, OHV riding, paddle boarding

STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE STATE PARK PEARL LAKE Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $120,444.19- up 19.3% Visitation 37,142- down 1.5%

STEAMBOAT LAKE/PEARL LAKE STATE PARK STEAMBOAT LAKE Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $690,901.50- up 15.4% Visitation 328,788- down 6%

YAMPA RIVER/ELKHEAD STATE PARK

YAMPA RIVER/ELKHEAD STATE PARK The 134 mile stretch of the Yampa River is the heart of Yampa River State Park, including 13 access points from Hayden to Dinosaur

YAMPA RIVER/ELKHEAD STATE PARK The 134 mile stretch of the Yampa River is the heart of Yampa River State Park, including 13 access points from Hayden to Dinosaur Proximity to Hwy. 40 makes park headquarters the base camp for many outdoor activities in the Steamboat Springs and Craig areas, including hunting, fishing and OHV riding

YAMPA RIVER/ELKHEAD STATE PARK YAMPA RIVER Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $234,413.80- up 13.6% Visitation 126,333- up 9.4%

YAMPA RIVER/ELHEAD STATE PARK ELKHEAD Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Revenue $46,503.85- down 26.4% Visitation 146,661- down 3.1%

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