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Hunting

Only waterfowl and dove hunting are permitted at the park during the seasons set by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

NEW FOR 2019-2020 SEASON:

Reservations, online through CPWshop.com or by phone, are required to hunt at Barr Lake. Call (800) 244-5613 for more information or to reserve a hunting blind.

You are responsible for knowing the state hunting regulations that apply to you.

Hunters are required to have:

  • A park pass.
  • A valid Colorado small game/waterfowl hunting license.
  • A habitat stamp.
  • A Colorado and federal waterfowl stamp.

Waterfowl Hunting

Waterfowl hunting is allowed at Barr Lake State Park on Wednesdays and Saturdays during designated waterfowl hunting seasons.

  • Hunting is restricted to established blinds north of the dam.
  • On-park registration is required for all hunters.
  • One specially designed blind is available for hunters with disabilities.
  • Reservations can be made between 2 days and 2 weeks in advance of the hunting date.
  • Hunting is only permitted from 30 minutes prior to sunrise until sunset.
  • Shotguns must be unloaded while walking to and from the blinds, and bags are encouraged.
  • Fires are prohibited, but propane heaters are permitted.
  • The use of alcohol or a controlled substance is prohibited.
  • Dogs must be under control and on a 6 ft. leash, except when actively retrieving.
  • Obtain permission before entering private property to retrieve downed game.
  • Only shotguns loaded with steel shot can be used to hunt waterfowl. Lead shot is prohibited.

Dove Hunting

Hunting is only permitted Sundays and Mondays during designated dove hunting seasons.

  • Dove hunting stations may be reserved 14 days in advance, Monday through Friday.
  • Each hunter may only reserve one station per hunting day.
  • Reserved stations unoccupied by 7 a.m., and vacated stations, are available on a “first-come” “first-serve” basis.
  • All hunters must check-in prior to starting, and check-out after finishing at the hunting kiosk located at the East entrance.
  • Once a station has been reserved or occupied by a hunter, no one else may check-in to that blind until it is vacated and checked-out.
  • Hunters must carry their valid small game hunting license with current HIP number on the license.
  • Only three hunters are allowed at each station, including children.
  • Hunters must stay within 10 yards of the station marker.
  • Hunters may walk up to 50 yards from their assigned post to retrieve a downed bird.
  • Hunters retrieving a downed bird must leave their unloaded firearm at the marker location.
  • Hunters must wear a fluorescent orange hat or vest when in the field retrieving downed birds. The vest/hat can be removed while at the marker post.
  • Hunters must walk to and from their blinds along the marked/mowed access path only.
  • Please pick up all of your shot shell hulls before leaving the hunt location.
  • Shotguns cannot be larger than 12 gauge.
  • Hunters must use 7.5 or smaller shot.
  • Shotguns cannot be capable of holding more than 3 shells in the magazine and chamber combined.
  • Hunters must clear all gear, decoys, and harvested birds from the station marker area within 30 minutes of the closing time for the morning and afternoon hunting periods.