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The Aurora Reservoir spans over 31,000 acres and has three coves: Senac, Lone Tree, and Marina.

In addition to being a recreational area and stunning green space, the reservoir and its surroundings also provides drinking water to the city of Aurora.

There are many things that you can do while you’re there such as jogging, hiking, biking, boating, and, fishing - anglers often head there to catch catfish, trout, or walleye. Visitors are invited to go swimming in the small seasonal swim beach or enjoy scuba diving in the designated diving area. Other features and amenities include a boat dock and a rental equipment shack.

Address: 5800 South Powhaton Road, Aurora, CO 80016, Phone: 303-690-1286

Go swimming in Aurora Reservoir
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Have a picnic in Cherry Creek State Park Go shopping at Southlands Go swimming in Aurora Reservoir Learn about local history at the Aurora History Museum See a performance at the Vintage Theatre Visit the blacksmith shop at Plains Conservation Center Watch a horse race at Arapahoe Park Visit the The Colorado Freedom Memorial See a performance at the Aurora Fox Arts Center Spend an afternoon in On Havana Street Have lunch at Stanley Beer Hall Have weekend brunch at Annette Go fishing and have a picnic in Quincy Reservoir Monsoon Cuisine of India Helga's German Restaurant Immerse yourself in a group activity at Wreck Room Escape Game

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