Love Lake Picnic Site

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Rio Grande National Forest (NF) · Open Access

10,027 ft
Elevation

This picnic site sits on the shore of Love Lake, a small impoundment at the head of Middle Creek. The area offers fishing, day hiking up the road, picnicing, and natural scenery. Restroom and several picnic tables with fire rings are available.

Getting there

From the town of Creede CO, travel 7 miles west on State highway 149. Turn left and travel southwest on Forest Road 523 for 10 miles and you will come right to the Love Lake parking lot

37.66470, -107.02600 · 37°39'52.9"N 107°1'33.6"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in3.03.73.53.32.01.22.73.63.43.83.63.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Love Lake Picnic Site

Can you reserve a site at Love Lake Picnic Site?
No. Love Lake Picnic Site is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Love Lake Picnic Site

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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