Sweetwater Lake: A Hidden Gem's Uncertain Future | Colorado Campground Tour

Описание: A battle is brewing for the soul of Sweetwater Lake. Is this rustic, off-grid campground a pristine escape that should be preserved, or the perfect site for Colorado's next State Park? Join us for a tour before it is possibly changed forever.

// KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: SWEETWATER LAKE CAMPGROUND //
📍 Location: White River National Forest, Colorado
GPS: 39.797426,−107.160757
⛰️ Elevation: 7,700 ft
🚗 Access: 10 miles on a maintained dirt road with a short paved portion near the county line.
🏕️ Campsites: 9 (First-Come, First-Served)
💲 Fees: $8 / night
📅 Season: Late May - Mid October
💧 Water: NO
🗑️ Trash: NO - Pack it in, pack it out.
📶 Cell Service: NO service for AT&T or Verizon.

// ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES //
🛶 LAKE ACCESS & BOATING: A new floating boat dock on the north side of the lake provides access. Canoes, kayaks, and rowboats are popular. Only electric trolling motors (5 h.p. or less) are permitted. No gas motors.
🎣 FISHING: Good fishing for various trout species. The best access is by boat, as shoreline access is limited by the terrain.
🥾 HIKING:
Sweetwater Nature Trail (#2031.1A): A short, 500-yard scenic trail with views of the lake and a waterfall.
Cross Creek Trail (#1855): A 6.5-mile trail through sagebrush flats and aspen forests.
Ute Trail (#2031): A challenging 9.4-mile trail heading up toward the Flattops.

// WHAT'S IN THIS VIDEO //
0:00 Intro
0:26 The Drive
3:00 Arriving at Sweetwater Lake Campground
6:00 Campground Information Kiosk
6:40 2nd pass by sites via right side camera
7:09 Driving Out
7:39 The Controversy: State Park vs. Conservation
8:39 Wrap-Up
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