South Saint Vrain Picnic Area

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

6,856 ft
Elevation

This picnic area is located 7.75 miles west of Lyons along the south side of Colorado Highway 7, adjacent to the south fork of Saint Vrain Creek. High, rocky canyon walls provide the scenic backdrop for these picnic sites nestled in the shade of cottonwood trees.

Getting there

From Lyons, follow Colorado Highway 7 toward Allenspark. Turn into the pullout 7.75 miles west of Lyons.

40.16647, -105.38443 · 40°9'59.3"N 105°23'3.9"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.91.32.43.73.51.92.72.22.01.81.11.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.8 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 South Saint Vrain Picnic Area

Can you reserve a site at South Saint Vrain Picnic Area?
No. South Saint Vrain Picnic Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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

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