Lake Capote now open for the 2023 season!
Our Mission
“The mission at Lake Capote is to develop and manage professional facilities and services providing quality camping, fishing, day-use and other outdoor recreational opportunities for the benefit of Southern Ute Tribal members, their families, and other Lake visitors.”
2023 Operating Schedule |
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March 10 - October 30 | Open Thursday through Sunday ( + holiday Mondays) Bait Shop Hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm |
Monday, October 31 | Closed for the season |
Camping During the 4 Days-a-week Operating Schedule SCHEDULES
During the 4 days-a-week periods of operation, campers and RVs are welcome to stay overnight Thursday through Saturday nights but must depart by Sunday afternoon. The two exceptions will be Memorial Day and Labor Day, when campers may stay Sunday night and depart Monday.
Fee Information
Day Use Rates
Non-Tribal Member fee per car is $5.00 a day. Tribal Member cost per day per car is free.
Campground Rates
Daily | Weekly | |
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General Public | ||
Tent Sites | $18 | $108 |
RV Sites | $25 | $150 |
SUIT Tribal Members | ||
Tent Sites | Free | Free |
RV Sites | $10 | $60 |
Fishing Permit Rates
Price Per Day | |
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General Public | |
Adult Fishing | $10 |
Youth Fishing | $4 |
Derby | $20 |
SUIT Tribal Members | |
Adult Fishing (13-54 yrs) | $4 |
Youth Fishing (up to 12 yrs) | FREE |
Elders Fishing (55 yrs and older) | FREE |
Derby (All) | $20 |
Fishermen Note You do NOT need a State of Colorado fishing license to fish at Lake Capote, and Southern Ute Stream Fishing Permits are for streams only. You must purchase a daily Lake fishing permit to fish at Lake Capote. |
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We are not renting boats this season. |
Scenes from the Lake
Come Visit Us

Contact Lake Staff
- Phone: 970-883-2273
- Fax: 970-883-2653
- Contact Form
Division of Wildlife Administration
- Phone: 970-563-0130
- Fax: 970-563-0305