Arickaree Picnic Site
Located on the north side of Brainard Lake, Arickaree Picnic Site is set in the shade of the subalpine forest adjacent to Brainard Lake Road. The site offers five picnic sites with tables, pedestal grills, metal fire rings and trash receptacles.
General Information
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Pack animals (horses/llamas) and recreational shooting (except for legal hunting) are prohibited.
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area Summer Season (May 1 - Nov 14): Dogs must be on a hand-held leash at all times; when open, developed camping is only allowed at Pawnee Campground (no camping in closed campgrounds); dispersed camping is only allowed north of the South St Vrain Creek.
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area Winter Season (Nov 15 - Apr 30): Motorized vehicles are prohibited; dogs allowed only on the Brainard Lake and Lefthand Park Reservoir Roads; camping is prohibited within 1/4 mile of developed recreation sites except Red Rock Lake; skis only on Little Raven and CMC Ski Trail.
Fishing and Hunting: Permitted in accordance with regulations established by Colorado Parks & Wildlife.
Day Use Area (Passenger Vehicle) Per vehicle, per day $16
Day Use Area (Up to 15-Person Van) Per vehicle, per day $38
Day Use Area (Bus) Per vehicle, per day $61
Day Use Area (Motorcycles) Per vehicle, per day $9
Day Use Area (Cyclists & Pedestrian Access) Per person, per day $0
Some restrictions apply. May 1 - Nov 14 dogs must be on a hand-held leash at all times. Nov 15 - Apr 30 dogs are allowed only on the Brainard Lake and Lefthand Park Reservoir Roads.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 40.0786
Longitude: -105.5758
Directions
From Colorado Highway 72 at Ward, turn west onto the Brainard Lake Road. Travel 2.5 miles to the entrance portal, and continue another two miles to the main parking area east of Brainard Lake. From here, a 10-minute walk will take you to this picnic area on the north side of the lake.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Picnicking
Picnicking - Single