
Chatfield ReservoirĪre you looking to go boating before/after work or play hooky for a day on the water? You’ll be surrounded by amazing views, hiking/mountain biking trails, camping, and can even go horseback riding all without ever having to leave Horsetooth Reservoir.Ĭheck out Inlet Bay Marina for your motorized and non-motorized rental needs. Located just outside Fort Collins, this scenic 6.5-mile-long reservoir is a great place for boating and so much more. Psst… Be sure to check out either Elk Creek Marina or Lake Folk Marina for additional information on boat rentals, boat launching, amenities, and more! 2. Located just outside Gunnison, this reservoir is sure to have something for everyone. Spanning over 20-miles with an impressive 96-miles of shoreline Colorado’s largest body of water is sure to become your go-to place for all your boating, sailing, water skiing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, and swimming needs. Whether you’re looking to get out on the boat or spend time lounging in the sun, Blue Mesa Reservoir has it all. Not sure where/how to get out on the water? Don’t sweat it (see what we did there), we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of the 9 best lakes and reservoirs for boating in Colorado that’ll help you do just that.

With summer almost over and fall quickly approaching, that doesn’t mean you can’t have some last minute fun in the sun. We’ve got the need, the need for speed… boats that is.
