Highline Lake State Park
Overview
Highline Lake State Park is a Grand Valley recreation area with Highline Lake and Mack Mesa Lake, offering boating, fishing, hiking, biking, swimming, camping, picnicking and wildlife viewing. The park has approximately 9.6 miles of trails and is an important bird-watching area. The park's map includes trails such as Highline Lake Trail (3.3 mi), Mack Mesa Loop (1.2 mi), East Bluffs Loop (1.1 mi), Engle Loop (1.4 mi), Greasewood Flats Trail (1.1 mi), and Blue Heron Marsh Trail (0.6 mi).
- Trails
- 5
- Viewpoints
- 11
- Activities
- 0
- POIs
- 51
Opening Hours05:00 AM – 10:00 PM SOSEmergency SOS9708587208 Required Permits
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Amenities Available
Paved Parking LotsDesignated vehicle parking areas with clearly marked spaces and ADA-accessible spots mandated by federal law. Most parks offer free or low-cost daily parking passes.
Restrooms / Flush ToiletsModern restroom facilities with running water and proper sanitation. Subject to seasonal closures in northern states during winter months.
Visitor / Ranger StationInformation hub staffed by rangers or volunteers offering maps, wildlife briefings, and educational programs for school groups and families.
Hiking & Nature TrailsMarked paths ranging from easy, paved walks to rugged backcountry routes, blazed with color-coded markers and difficulty ratings.
CampgroundsTent and RV sites featuring fire rings and picnic tables. Some include full electric hookups, reservable through Recreation.gov.
Swimming Areas / BeachesDesignated swim zones with seasonal lifeguard coverage. Daily water quality reports are posted at the entrance and online.
Picnic Areas & SheltersCovered pavilions equipped with tables and built-in grills. Shelters are often reservable for group events and birthday parties.
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