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Highline Lake State Park, Loma, CO

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Highline Lake State Park

Grand Valley state park built around a reservoir, with water recreation, trails, and bird and wildlife viewing near Grand Junction.

1800 11.8 Road, Loma, CO 81524 · Loma, CO

About Highline Lake State Park

Highline Lake State Park sits near the town of Loma in the Grand Valley and includes two lakes, grassy areas, trees, and about 9.6 miles of trails. Visitors use it for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and camping, and it works as a base for exploring the Grand Junction area. Because the park lies in high-altitude desert country, many birds stop here during migration and some stay through winter, while mammals, lizards, and snakes can be spotted during the day. The reservoir was finished in 1967 using the Government Highline Canal, and remnants of an early railway from nearby Mack can still be found. Both lakes carry a zebra mussel infestation designation, so boaters must follow cleaning and inspection rules.

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