Sweitzer Lake State Park
24-hour access for:
- active anglers with valid fishing licenses
- those boating with approved lighting
Mailing:
PO Box 173
Delta, CO 81416
Park Office: (970) 874-4258
For general information, please call Crawford State Park at (970) 921-5721.
This lake-based retreat for the Western Slope provides nature, picnic and water recreation. Visitors come to Sweitzer Lake for action-packed boating and waterskiing on busy days, and relaxed nature play on mellow days.
In the distance, the majestic San Juan Mountains, the Uncompahgre Plateau and Grand Mesa — the largest flattop mountain in the world — surround Sweitzer Lake. The park encompasses 314 acres total, with a 137-surface-acre reservoir, 32 picnic sites, and 3 miles of trails.
Built solely for recreation, Sweitzer Lake fulfills its planned purpose well. Water-ski, swim, picnic, fish, boat, bird watch, or just breathe in the clean air. Sit on the grass, at a picnic site, or on the sandy shore and enjoy the day.
Visitors should be aware that Sweitzer is a day-use area only, with no overnight camping. Complete Morgan Sweitzer’s community vision; come play at the park.