Peterson Lake

Description:
Peterson Lake is a beautiful lake located just outside the western boundary of the Comanche Peak Wilderness. The lake contains cutthroat trout. All of the shore is accessible for fishing and can be driven to by car. Camping is permitted in areas at least 100 feet from the lake.


Features:

Area: 41.5 acres
Shoreline: 1.74 miles
Elevation: 9,492 feet
Maximum depth: 42 feet
Fish species: Cutthroat trout
Fish species stocked: Cutthroat trout
Fishing period: June - Oct

Vicinity Map


Other Nearby Resources:
Big South Trail  


Directions:
Take Highway 287 north from Fort Collins to Laporte. Continue on Highway 287 to Highway 14. Travel west on 14 for 52 miles to the Long Draw Road. Turn left and travel about 3.2 miles to the Peterson Lake turnoff. Drive about 1.8 miles to the lake.

 

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