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Colorado State Parks

Group Picnic Area

The Mariner Point Group Picnic Area is located on a secluded peninsula just north of the marina cove and can accommodate up to 200 guests. With a dedicated parking lot, volleyball court and horseshoe pits, the Mariner Point Group Picnic Area is a great venue for your next large gathering.

Availability: Mid-May to mid-September Capacity: Up to 200 guests Reservations: Can be made up to 180 days in advance

Current Pricing:

  • Weekdays: $90 per day
  • Weekends and Holidays: $180 per day

Amenities

  • Covered pavilion
  • 20 picnic tables (8 feet long)
  • 2 food preparation countertops
  • Electricity and running water
  • Volleyball court
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Private playground
  • Private parking lot
  • Private boat ramp (for parking and loading/unloading passengers only - no launching allowed)

Reservations

This is a reservation-only area. Reservations for the Mariner Point Group Picnic Area can be made online at cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613.

Special Activity Agreement

To request permission to include an extra activity (for example, a bouncy house) at the group picnic area, you will need to submit a Special Activity Agreement form. Please email boyd.lake@state.co.us to request the agreement form.

Leave No Trace

Please follow Leave No Trace principles in all Colorado state parks:

  1. Plan ahead and prepare
  2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

(Updated: 5/30/2025 2:00 PM)