Stagecoach State Park

Stagecoach State Park
A view across the reservoir.
Map showing the location of Stagecoach State Park
Map showing the location of Stagecoach State Park
LocationRoutt County, Colorado, United States
Nearest citySteamboat Springs, CO
Coordinates40°17′18″N 106°51′42″W / 40.28833°N 106.86167°W / 40.28833; -106.86167
Area1,641 acres (6.64 km2)
Established1989
Visitors234,885 (in 2021)[1]
Governing bodyColorado Parks and Wildlife

Stagecoach State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Routt County 17 miles (27 km) south of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The 1,641-acre (6.64 km2) park established in 1989 includes a 771-acre (3.12 km2) reservoir on the Yampa River formed by Stagecoach Dam. Facilities include a marina, boat ramps, campsites, picnic sites and 8 miles (13 km) of trails. Park uplands are montane shrub communities, with riparian areas and wetlands around the reservoir and along the river. Commonly sighted wildlife includes elk, mule deer, coyote, red fox and badger.

References

  1. ^ "Colorado State Parks Region Annual Visitation Report" (PDF). Colorado Counties, Inc. 2023.


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