Longing for a fabulous beach vacation but don’t have the funds? No worries! Just visit one of these 10 beaches located right here in Colorado. (No, I’m not joking; land-locked Colorado is indeed home to some must-visit beaches.)
- Cherry Creek State Park (Aurora)
Yelp This “toasted” trio has the right idea. The swim beach at Cherry Creek State Park is the perfect place to lay out and tan.
- The Beach at Grand Lake (Grand Lake)
TripAdvisor As someone who has frequented this picturesque beach many a time, I can vouch for both its popularity and epic waterside opportunities.
- Little Medano Creek (Great Sand Dunes National Park)
TripAdvisor After hiking the fun yet grueling Great Sand Dunes, there is no better place to cool off than this shallow stream of cold water.
- Chatfield State Park (Littleton)
Yelp Not only does Chatfield have a sandy beach for man, but for man’s best friend as well!
- The Rock Canyon Swim Beach at Lake Pueblo State Park (Pueblo)
Lake Pueblo State Park Facebook Southern Colorado’s favorite place to take a dip? The beach at Lake Pueblo State Park, of course!
- Jackson Lake State Park (Orchard)
Jackson Lake State Park - Colorado Parks and Wildlife Facebook You never know who (or what) you’re going to see at Jackson Lake. Bring the kids and see for yourself.
- Steamboat Lake State Park (Clark)
Steamboat Lake State Park Facebook Laying out on the sand not your thing? No problem! Grab your paddleboard, boat, etc., and hit the waters at Steamboat Lake.
- Boulder Reservoir (Boulder)
Yelp Moms and dads love relaxing along the shores of Boulder Reservoir while their children safely play in the designated swimming area.. Perfect summer day? I think so!
- Ridgway State Park (Ridgway)
Ridgway State Park - Colorado State Parks Facebook Staff at Ridgway worked hard last week to get the beach all prepared for this summer season… and now that it’s all set up and ready, they invite you to come over and enjoy.
- Rocky Mountain Beach (Denver)
Yelp No time to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city? No problem! Just head over to Denver’s very own Rocky Mountain Beach and take a dip.
Which Colorado beach is your favorite?
Yelp
This “toasted” trio has the right idea. The swim beach at Cherry Creek State Park is the perfect place to lay out and tan.
TripAdvisor
As someone who has frequented this picturesque beach many a time, I can vouch for both its popularity and epic waterside opportunities.
TripAdvisor
After hiking the fun yet grueling Great Sand Dunes, there is no better place to cool off than this shallow stream of cold water.
Not only does Chatfield have a sandy beach for man, but for man’s best friend as well!
Lake Pueblo State Park Facebook
Southern Colorado’s favorite place to take a dip? The beach at Lake Pueblo State Park, of course!
Jackson Lake State Park - Colorado Parks and Wildlife Facebook
You never know who (or what) you’re going to see at Jackson Lake. Bring the kids and see for yourself.
Steamboat Lake State Park Facebook
Laying out on the sand not your thing? No problem! Grab your paddleboard, boat, etc., and hit the waters at Steamboat Lake.
Moms and dads love relaxing along the shores of Boulder Reservoir while their children safely play in the designated swimming area.. Perfect summer day? I think so!
Ridgway State Park - Colorado State Parks Facebook
Staff at Ridgway worked hard last week to get the beach all prepared for this summer season… and now that it’s all set up and ready, they invite you to come over and enjoy.
No time to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city? No problem! Just head over to Denver’s very own Rocky Mountain Beach and take a dip.
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