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Boulder Reservoir is a scenic 700-acre manmade lake within the northern section of the city of Boulder, serving as the main water supply reservoir for the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District. The reservoir, which was constructed in 1955, serves as the anchor for Boulder Reservoir Regional Park, which is overseen by the city's Department of Parks and Recreation and offers a wide variety of seasonal outdoor activities.

Public swimming beaches are offered during the summer months, along with day-use and rental picnic areas with picnic tables, charcoal grills, and horseshoe and volleyball courts. Populations of rainbow trout, saugeye, and black crappie are stocked at the reservoir for anglers, with ice fishing opportunities available during colder months when the lake is frozen over. Other popular activities at the park including boating, waterskiing, wildlife watching, sunbathing, and cycling.

Address: Boulder Reservoir, 5565 North 51st Street, Boulder, CO 80301, Phone: 303-441-3461

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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