Buckhorn State Park Conditions

Conditions as of Sunday, July 20, 2008:

• Camping
• Fishing and boating
• Hunting
• Nature
• Trails
• More Information

Nature

A small black bear was spotted Sunday afternoon, July 20, along 31st Street. Remember to secure your food at campsites from all animals.

Mosquito numbers are going down but may be numerous during hot humid weather , so bring insect repellent. Lake breezes kept the mosquitos away at times at campsites.

Camping

All campsites are open. Most campsites are reservable and fill up fast for the weekend. We have three non-reservable, first-come, first-served sites.

Showers are available for a fee at local vendors.

You can reserve sites for these 2008 dates, two days to 11 months in advance:

We still have single-night stay dates in September and October available for our accessible cabin .

To prevent the spread of harmful insects, state parks and forests prohibit firewood from anywhere more than 50 miles away or from outside the state. Firewood is available at the park office.

Fishing and Boating

White bass fishing on Castle Rock Lake has been great lately. People have also been catching catfish, walleye and northerns.

The boat boarding piers and accessible fishing pier are in. Remember, park stickers are required for Launch C and D and there are no additional launch fees.

Canoe rental is available at the park.

Hunting

We still have a few spots open for the November Buckhorn Youth Deer Hunt. The application form [PDF, 20KB] is available online.

More Information

The candlelight hike that was cancelled due to weather will be rescheduled.

Planning your family picnic or group outing? The north and south shelters both have electricity and are reservable. Get water at the office during open office hours.

Annual stickers for 2008 are available now. Buy them at the park office or self register for them and they will be sent to you. ..

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