Carter Lake County Park

Jamie Grant

The beach here is incredible! The sand is soft and great for kids, and the area is large even if it’s crowded you will find a spot. Parking is close and there are 2 porta potties. Theres a designated roped off swim area where you don’t need a life vest, but paddle boards are not allowed. Outside the swim area, life vests are required and you can have paddle boards. There is a large no wake zone outside the swim beach which is great for learning to paddleboard. The water temperature is amazing. There is zero shade on the beach so keep that in mind when packing. There are lots of rocks in the water once you get in so I would also recommend some kind of water shoe. The water was so clean, especially compared to Cherry Creek Reservoir or Chatfield, it’s one of the best lakes we have been to without having to drive over an hour from Denver or go up I70. We will definitely be back!

Britney Fuqua

My husband took me here for Labor Day weekend so we could go paddleboarding. This lake is so big and beautiful. We went on a 2 hour hike. The hike is easy enough but it is very rocky so watch your step. Ive heard there is so much wildlife to see. We didn't see any because it was a very rainy day. When we went the water temp was about 71° and absolutely wonderful. What i love about this lake is that the water is clear and you done leave smelling like a swampy fish. Definitely will be back, especially with it only costing $10

Andrew Espinoza

Nice lake, but not for fishing. Too much loud recreational boating and paddle boarders. Makes me wonder why they stock it 🤔

Marc Kammerzell

Drive out to Carter Lake two weekends in a row. The first time as part of a classic car rally, the second weekend my wife and I drove out early to fish. Was blown away by how beautiful the lake was both times. Even the bathroom at the swimming beach was clean. Definitely worth the drive to visit whether you live here like I do, or if you're visiting from our off state

diana mccoy

Beautiful! Clean and great fishing.

bob hole

It's 10$ per vehicle to enter if you don't have a pass, great views and lots of parking lots with picnic tables, unfortunately all these lots seem to be closed for the winter, there were some other lots without picnic tables that were still open and we could easily walk down from them to the shore, over all very serene place with amazing views, definitely worth visiting.

Katie Roberts

Showing properties near Carter Lake, Colorado and drove by the south shore. It’s a beautiful view, both in the winter and summertime. be sure to check park hours before going.

Sarah Funsch

Great place for a small excursion! The lake is relatively small so it can get crowded and during popular times, the boat ramps get really busy. The boat inspections are usually very fast 🙏🏻 The rangers are ACTIVE. They spend a lot of time making sure you have a parking pass and aren’t using hammocks on trees and only doc for 10min. They do it to keep the place clean and safe and fair, but you should be prepared for an interaction; they are just doing their jobs. For a quick trip from the metro area it’s well worth it. Camping is pretty great for being a camp ground. There are a lot of sites, but it’s still nice and peaceful. Vaulted toilets are usually as clean and tolerable as vaulted toilets can be :)

MtZ Reviewz

Wider and longer than I thought it was going to be, less of a round lake shape and more of a long canyon filled up with water lake shape. Very wide so boaters can all have their space and plenty of beach and shore “boat parking” opportunities. Swim beaches and a marina. Rentals for kayaks and SUP (stand up paddle boards) .. wait they aren’t called SUPB’s? lol Bathrooms and camping spaces with Hookups. Well maintained area! $10 to go and has a 24/7 self service kiosk to buy the pass.