John Martin Reservoir State Park
Some visitors, parking usually available
Best: Weekday mornings
John Martin Reservoir State Park is a state park in Colorado. It contains John Martin Reservoir, which is the second largest body of water in Colorado by capacity. It is also known for being a prime birdwatching location. Bent County, Colorado has been documented to have over 400 different species of birds. The namesake reservoir of the park is created by a 118-foot tall (36 m) and 2.6-mile long dam (4.2 km), which goes by the name of John Martin Dam.
* State park fees vary by park, season, and residency. Confirm current rates on the official website.
Accepted Passes
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