Mountain Park Picnic Site Day Use

Activity pass ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Roosevelt National Forest (NF) · Open Access

6,645 ft
Elevation

Nestled in a ponderosa pine forest next to the scenic Cache La Poudre River, Mountain Park Picnic Site is a very popular day-use area for enjoying a picnic and associated river activities. There are 11 sites available, each with picnic table and pedestal grill. There is access to the Mt. McConnel Trail from the picnic ground for a hiking opportunity.

 

The day pass is only good for the day purchased.

Getting there

40.68344, -105.46509 · 40°41'0.4"N 105°27'54.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.40.61.22.12.61.81.81.51.61.40.80.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.7 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 Mountain Park Picnic Site Day Use

Can you reserve a site at Mountain Park Picnic Site Day Use?
Yes, Mountain Park Picnic Site Day Use is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Camping near Mountain Park Picnic Site Day Use

Comments

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.