Boating
Jackson Gulch Reservoir at Mancos State Park is a great place for hand-powered crafts such as kayaks and canoes and sailboats. Jackson Gulch is a “wakeless” lake—boaters cannot create a wake here. To ensure a safe and pleasant experience for all boaters, please observe the Colorado Boating Statutes and Regulations, available at the park entrance.
The office at Mancos State Park provides OHV, snowmobile and boat registrations. You can call the office at (970) 533-7065.
Special boating and water restrictions apply at Mancos. Water-skiing, jet-skiing and swimming are not permitted on the reservoir. For more information, call the park office at (970) 533-7065.
Recommended gear for Water Sports
Sea to Summit Big River Dry Bag, Heavy-Duty Storage, 20 Liter, Jet Black
Heavy-duty 20L dry bag that keeps gear dry on the water.
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O’Neill Men’s SuperLite USCG Approved Life Vest – Lightweight Men’s Life Jacket for Boating, Wakeboarding, Waterskiing & Your Favorite Water Activities
Lightweight USCG-approved vest for boating and wakeboarding.
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Earth Pak Waterproof Dry Bag - Roll Top Waterproof Backpack Sack Keeps Gear Dry for Kayak with Waterproof Phone Case
Roll-top dry bag with a waterproof phone case for paddling and wet-weather trips.
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