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Colorado State Parks

Group Picnic Pavilion

Meadowlark Picnic Pavilion

Hold your next family or business event at the Meadowlark Picnic Pavilion.

Picnic pavilion amenities include:

  • Capacity for 100 people
  • Two charcoal grills
  • 15 universally accessible picnic tables, counters
  • Electricity and running water
  • Adjacent restrooms
  • Horseshoe pits
  • A volleyball court

Reserve the Picnic Pavilion

The reservation fee for the pavilion is $160.00 per day. Call (303) 659-6005 for hours of operation and to make a reservation.

Parks Pass Needed to use the Pavilion

All vehicles entering the park must display a valid Colorado Parks and Wildlife State Parks pass. Passes can be purchased at the park entrance station or at the Nature Center.

Nearby Trails Access and Lake Views

Enjoy a diversity of trailheads, lake views, and the Barr Lake Nature Center with exhibits just yards away.

View the Barr Lake Area Map.

Trails include:

The Neidrach and Perimeter trails in the south half of the park will take you through the wildlife refuge, or try the northern Prairie Welcome Trail through grasslands.

Other activities include:

  • Take a stroll
  • Walk the dog
  • Ride a bike
  • Ride your horse
  • Paddle the canoe
  • Cast your fishing rod
  • Watch birds and wildlife

Barr Lake is also a wonderful place to experience solitude, cherish the quiet, and behold brilliant sunsets.