Parlin, Colorado · Saguache County · Facility
This scenic recreation area is a destination perfect for a day of fishing. The dense vegetation and steep canyon walls that line Cochetopa Creek provide a calm and relaxing place to fish with developed campsites and picnic areas located along the creek. Beautiful rock formations line Highway 114 and lead down to this l…
This scenic recreation area is a destination perfect for a day of fishing. The dense vegetation and steep canyon walls that line Cochetopa Creek provide a calm and relaxing place to fish with developed campsites and picnic areas located along the creek. Beautiful rock formations line Highway 114 and lead down to this little oasis located between Saguache and Gunnison. For more information, please contact the Gunnison Field Office.
From the town of Gunnison, drive east on Highway 50. Turn south on highway 114. The recreation site is a 4 mile stretch along both sides of State Highway 114 near mile marker 113.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Cochetopa Creek Rec Site? A few things to know before you go:
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