Barr Lake State Park 

Home to the Colorado Bird Observatory, and more than 300 species of waterfowl, this is a boater and wildlife-watcher's paradise. The park's 2,500 acres consist of a man made lake turned natural wetland. Today the park is one of Colorado's predominant wildlife refuges.

The southwest side of the lake, and the marshes along its edge,  provide a habitat for great blue herons, bald eagles and pelicans. A family of eagles nest in the park each spring. Facilities within the park provide visitors with excellent view points for bird and wildlife watching and photography. There is even a shuttle, aptly named "Eagle Express," which takes to visitors to view the eagles.

A nine-mile hiking and biking trail leads along the perimeter of the lake. A nature center provides educational exhibits and well-informed staff to answer questions. Barr Lake is ideal for non-motorized boating activities. The park offers a peaceful, relaxing haven for visitors to enjoy sailing and canoeing in calm waters. The fishing for perch, bass, trout and walleye is exceptional.

Location - Directions - Take I-76 northeast from Denver, exit on Bromley Lane. Go east to Picadilly Road, then south to the park entrance. Barr Lake State Park is located 20 miles northeast of Denver.

  
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