Lake Capote now open for the 2024 season!
Our Mission
“The mission at Lake Capote is to develop and manage professional facilities and services providing quality camping, fishing, day-use and other outdoor recreational opportunities for the benefit of Southern Ute Tribal members, their families, and other Lake visitors.”
2024 Operating Schedule |
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| March 10 - March 31 | Open Thursday through Sunday ( + holiday Mondays) Bait Shop Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm |
| September 12 - October 27 | 4 day schedule |
| October 27 | Closed for the season |
Camping During the 4 Days-a-week Operating Schedule
During the 4 days-a-week periods of operation, campers and RVs are welcome to stay overnight Thursday through Saturday nights but must depart by Sunday afternoon.
NO WATER/SHOWER HOUSE
Fee Information
Day Use Rates
Non-Tribal Member fee per car is $5.00 a day. Tribal Member cost per day per car is free.
Campground Rates
| Daily | Weekly | |
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| General Public | ||
| Tent Sites | $18 | $108 |
| RV Sites | $25 | $150 |
| Southern Ute Tribal Members | ||
| Tent Sites | Free | Free |
| RV Sites | $10 | $60 |
Fishing Permit Rates
| Price Per Day | |
|---|---|
| General Public | |
| Adult Fishing | $10 |
| Youth Fishing | $4 |
| Derby | $20 |
| SUIT Tribal Members | |
| Adult Fishing (13-54 yrs) | $4 |
| Youth Fishing (up to 12 yrs) | FREE |
| Elders Fishing (55 yrs and older) | FREE |
| Derby (All) | $20 |
| Fishermen Note You do NOT need a State of Colorado fishing license to fish at Lake Capote, and Southern Ute Stream Fishing Permits are for streams only. You must purchase a daily Lake fishing permit to fish at Lake Capote. |
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| We are not renting boats this season. | |
Scenes from the Lake
Come Visit Us
Contact Lake Staff
- Phone: 970-883-2273
- Fax: 970-883-2653
- Contact Form
Division of Wildlife Administration
- Phone: 970-563-0130
- Fax: 970-563-0305
