Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Lathrop State Park
Welcome to the Lathrop State Park Department!
Colorado’s first state park, Lathrop State Park, is 1,594 acres of recreational enjoyment nestled in the shadow of the Spanish Peaks in Southern Colorado.
The park’s two lakes offer a variety of boating and angling opportunities for all types of water recreation. Martin Lake offers water skiing, power and sail boating. Because Martin is a warm-water lake, it makes it great for swimmers. Horseshoe Lake is a peaceful haven for canoeists, kayakers, sailors and other boaters at wakeless speeds. Catfish, bass, walleye, trout and blue gill thrive in both lakes. Horseshoe Lake is known for its large tiger muskies.
Camping opportunities abound at Lathrop. Lathrop’s two campgrounds have 103 sites that can accommodate motor homes, trailers and tents, and offer either a basic or improved camping experience. Improved Sites provide 20/30/50 amp electricity at the site, but do not provide water or sewer hookups. Piñon Campground is ideal for large camping units.
Upcoming Activities Calendar
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Lathrop Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic
Saturday, 15 August 2026 | 09:30 AM | Lathrop State ParkHelp with our Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic - no fishing experience needed! We are looking for volunteers to help kids learn how to fish, cast their reels, and untangle lines. Meet at the Martin Lake Playground. 2 assignments unfilledmore |
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Lathrop Cleanup
Monday, 24 August 2026 | 06:00 PM | Lathrop State Park | Registration RequiredThe outdoors gives us beauty, life, exercise, health, and so much more. Let's roll up our sleeves, grab our gloves, and make a positive impact by giving back to our shared outdoor haven! Meet at the Martin Lake Boat Ramp at 6:00 pm. Bring wa... 9 assignments unfilledmore |
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Archery Adventures: Learn To Hit The Mark!
Saturday, 05 September 2026 | 11:00 AM | Lathrop State Park | Registration RequiredEmbark on an exciting journey into the world of archery with our archery adventures clinic! Ideal for all skill levels, this clinic offers comprehensive instruction, personalized tips, and plenty of practice time. Sharpen your skills and experienc... more |
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Lathrop Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic
Sunday, 06 September 2026 | 09:30 AM | Lathrop State ParkHelp with our Little Lines, Big Fish Youth Fishing Clinic - no fishing experience needed! We are looking for volunteers to help kids learn how to fish, cast their reels, and untangle lines. Meet at the Martin Lake Playground. 3 assignments unfilledmore |
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Lathrop Cleanup
Monday, 07 September 2026 | 06:00 PM | Lathrop State Park | Registration RequiredThe outdoors gives us beauty, life, exercise, health, and so much more. Let's roll up our sleeves, grab our gloves, and make a positive impact by giving back to our shared outdoor haven! Meet at the Horseshoe Lake Boat Ramp at 6:00 pm. Bring... 8 assignments unfilledmore |
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Lathrop Cleanup
Monday, 28 September 2026 | 06:00 PM | Lathrop State Park | Registration RequiredThe outdoors gives us beauty, life, exercise, health, and so much more. Let's roll up our sleeves, grab our gloves, and make a positive impact by giving back to our shared outdoor haven! Meet at the Martin Lake Boat Ramp at 6:00 pm. Bring wa... 8 assignments unfilledmore |
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