West of Fort Collins
Horsetooth Reservoir
A scenic reservoir with designated recreation access. Confirm current paddlecraft rules, launch locations, fees and wind conditions with Larimer County.
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Find your water: NoCo lakes for paddleboarding.
Discover local reservoir and lake options, with practical notes about launch access, safety and permits.
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Places worth exploring.
Southwest of Loveland
Carter Lake
A large reservoir with beautiful foothill surroundings. Check Larimer County’s current rules on launching nonmotorized craft, inspections and recreation fees.
OFFICIAL PARK INFORMATION ↗Loveland
Boyd Lake State Park
A popular boating and paddlecraft destination with developed state-park facilities. Confirm Colorado Parks and Wildlife's current inspection and launch policies.
OFFICIAL PARK INFORMATION ↗Windsor
Windsor Lake
A convenient in-town option to investigate for seasonal paddling. Town regulations, permits, launch access and permitted activity can change.
OFFICIAL PARK INFORMATION ↗Longmont
Union Reservoir
A regional option with scenic water recreation. Review City of Longmont rules, season dates, entry fees and paddleboard access.
OFFICIAL PARK INFORMATION ↗Paddleboarding access is seasonal and varies by site. Check current paddlecraft inspection requirements, launch permits, water conditions and closures. Wear a properly fitted life jacket and avoid strong winds.