North Sterling State Park

Colorado State Park

Entrance fee$10–$15 / vehicle
CampingYes

North Sterling State Park entrance fee

$10–$15 per vehicle; $4 per person on foot or bicycle — Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15; Individual Daily Pass: $4

North Sterling State Park hours

Park: Daily, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Office/Visitor Center: Monday-Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday-Thursday: CLOSED, Friday-Sunday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hours as published by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Check the official page before a long drive.

About North Sterling State Park

A nearly 3,000-acre irrigation reservoir on the eastern plains, built by settlers who came past on the historic Overland Trail and stayed. High bluffs, wide grassland and dark skies frame sailing, waterskiing, paddling and autumn waterfowl hunting.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🔭 Stargazing
  • 🧭 Geocaching
  • 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

  • Accessible Campsite
  • Camper and RV Camping
  • Tent Camping
  • Waterfront Camping
  • Winter Camping

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

  • Cottonwood Cove Picnic Pavilion — $100 per day
  • Overlook Picnic Pavilion — $100 per day

Contact

Phone970-522-3657

Address22527 County Road 33, Sterling, CO 80751

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