Eleven Mile Reservoir
Photos of Eleven Mile Reservoir State Park in Park County, Colorado - November 6, 2003
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Eleven Mile Reservoir State Park
I had some free time on a chilly November day and visited Eleven Mile Reservoir in Park County, Colorado.
Now I am sure fishing is the largest attraction to this particular lake, but let me say there is a great amount of
scenery to enjoy as well. |
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The South Platte River runs through the high plateau and flows into the reservoir.
Other pages in this general vicinity: Guffey,
Hartsel,
Wilkerson Pass,
Trout Creek Pass
and Lake George. |
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It kinda looks like a beach a little, doesn't it? ;)
Keep in mind, however, that this is really frigid
mountain runoff water.
It is extremely cold! :P |
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A number of tumbleweeds lay ailing by the lake's edge. |
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A sign about various fishes. I know so little about fishes and fishing and I only caught one fish in my entire life - a 15-inch stripped bass in Cape Cod, MA seven years ago. |
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Large and snowy mountains in the background. Nice!
Some of my nearby mountain pages in that direction:
Kite Lake
Mt. Sherman
Mt. Democrat, Mt. Lincoln, Mt. Bross
Hoosier Pass |
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I captured a photo of a bird flying across! |
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Pictures standing on the south side of the lake. |
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The lighting was not the greatest, but I really liked this view. |
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At the visitor center, some interesting history is explained
in signs. Click each thumbnail to read them close up!
Friends, it was freezing outside!
It was about 30 degrees, but with the winchill and strong winds,
I would say it was around 15. Yeeesh! |
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The strong winds created some noticeable waves. |
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Other nearby lakes and bodies of water:
Blue Mesa Reservoir
Twin Lakes, CO
Lost Lake
Hartenstein Lake
Antero Reservoir
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When the weather is warmer, I would say this is a great spot for a picnic! |
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From the far southern side of the lake
(across from the visitor center), go south on Road 59 and you will go over a pass
that gives you this view of the Sangre de Cristo range. |
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A thin layer of snow
on the ground. I know all you folks in Texas appreciate photos like this! :) |
