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1. Boulder Reservoir ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Blue Mesa Reservoir ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Medano Creek

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4. Chatfield State Park

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5. Grand Lake

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6. Cherry Creek State Park Beach

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7. Jackson Lake State Park

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8. Horsetooth Reservoir

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9. Dillon Reservoir

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10. Ridgway State Park

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11. John Martin Reservoir State Park

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12. Ruedi Reservoir

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13. Steamboat Lake State Park Beach

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14. Aurora Reservoir

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15. North Star Nature Preserve

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Although Colorado is landlocked within the central western United States, it offers ample opportunities for waterfront recreation due to a number of natural and manmade lakes and swimming beaches.
  • Acclaimed fishing areas also abound, including prime salmon fishing areas at Blue Mesa Reservoir.

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