Lake Isabel Picnic and Day Use Area (Southside)
Area Status: Open
A developed picnic area with the following attractions: Picnicking, hiking, fishing and boating. At Lake Isabel, non-motorized boating, and fishing. Access to motorized and non-motorized trails including Cisneros, St. Charles, and Snowslide. Access to a paved trail that travels along the lake shore. (This trail does not completely circle the lake.)
At a Glance
| Fees: | A $10.00 per vehicle day-use fee is charged during summer months except for visitors registered in the campgrounds. |
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| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | May-September |
| Closest Towns: | Pueblo, CO |
| Water: | No drinking water provided. |
| Restroom: | Accessible vault toilet. |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | San Carlos Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:Located in south central Colorado, 43 miles southwest of Pueblo. From Pueblo, go 25 miles south on interstate 25 to exit 74. Go west 18 miles on state Hwy 165. Turn into the south entrance at Lake Isabel, go about.1 mile and look for the parking area.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Ice Fishing
Picnicking
40 scattered picnic sites with tables and fire pedestals. Accessible single vault toilets. Road and parking areas are paved.