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Road Canyon Boat Ramp

Creede, Colorado · Hinsdale County · Facility

This boating site consists of a small concrete ramp, restroom, parking for trucks and trailers about 1/2 way up the length of the reservoir. This lake is regularly stocked with catchable rainbow trout and also supports a natural population of Brook Trout.No camping allowed along the reservoir, picnic area, boat ramps o…

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About Road Canyon Boat Ramp

This boating site consists of a small concrete ramp, restroom, parking for trucks and trailers about 1/2 way up the length of the reservoir. This lake is regularly stocked with catchable rainbow trout and also supports a natural population of Brook Trout.No camping allowed along the reservoir, picnic area, boat ramps or parking lots.

How to Get There

Directions from Creede: Travel southwest on Colorado Highway 149 for 20.1 miles, to the intersection of Colorado Highway 149 and Forest Road #520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road), then 5 miles west on Road #520 to the ramp area.

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Plan Your Visit to Road Canyon Boat Ramp

Heading to Road Canyon Boat Ramp? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Road Canyon Boat Ramp?

No central reservation system listed for Road Canyon Boat Ramp. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/249454) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Road Canyon Boat Ramp?

Directions from Creede: Travel southwest on Colorado Highway 149 for 20.1 miles, to the intersection of Colorado Highway 149 and Forest Road #520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road), then 5 miles west on Road #520 to the ramp area.