Sunnyside Fishing Site

Area Status: Open
Paved parking area next to lake with mountains in background

Sunnyside Fishing Site is located on the northeastern shore of Twin Lakes Reservoir.

 

At a Glance

Operational Hours:

This day-use site closes at 10:00 p.m. daily.

Area Amenities:
  • Parking
  • Toilets
Fees: This facility is open year-round. There is an $10.00 fee to use the site from Memorial Day through Labor Day unless camping within a Leadville Ranger District developed campground.
Permit Info: A valid Colorado fishing license is required. Remember to check fishing regulations before fishing at any body of water. For stocking reports and more information on regulations or fishing licenses, check out the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website.
Open Season: Open year-round
Usage: Medium
Busiest Season: June-September
Closest Towns: Buena Vista, CO
Water: No drinking water provided.
Restroom: Vault toilet
Information Center: Leadville Ranger District

General Information

Directions:

From Buena Vista: Travel north on U.S. Highway 24 for about 19 miles then trun left on CO-82, travel about 2.4 miles then turn left on Forest Service Road #170, then travel 0.3 miles and site will be on the left.


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Activities

Lake and Pond Fishing

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
39.092144

  Longitude : 
-106.322327