On Monday, July 11, Arvada Reservoir will be closed for the treatment of milfoil, a noxious weed that has become pervasive throughout the Colorado Front Range. Arvada Reservoir has not had milfoil mitigation since 2012. This year, about two-thirds of the shallow shorelines surrounding Arvada Reservoir are infested with the weed. As Arvada Reservoir is first and foremost a drinking water supply, we must ensure safe, treatable and good-tasting water. Guests to the reservoir may continue fishing the following day. Read more about milfoil.
Volunteer Recruitment
Looking to enjoy the outdoors safely while also contributing to your community? Come spend a few hours a day a few days a week (or whatever suits your schedule) at the Arvada Reservoir assisting anglers also looking to enjoy the tranquility of the lake! Apply HERE or contact Emily Alba at 720-990-1954 or ealba@arvada.org.
Reservoir Hours/Dates of Operation
The reservoir is open daily April 1 - Oct. 31, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: The reservoir is subject to closure during inclement weather.
Arvada Reservoir Pass Purchases
Credit card transactions ONLINE are preferred. Cash will be accepted at the reservoir. Arvada Reservoir passes are now available for purchase online! Annual passes may be purchased early for the season, daily passes must be purchased day-of for your visit between April 1 through October 31.
Be sure to save your confirmation email as your receipt of purchase.
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Annual User Pass |
Arvada Resident |
Non-Resident |
| Per Vehicle | $25 | $35 |
| Per Boat | $25 | $35 |
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Seniors 62 and older & Disabled Pass |
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| Per Vehicle | $15 (Veteran price) | $25 |
| Per Boat | $15 (Veteran price) | $25 |
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Annual fishing permits for second or more vehicles or boats owned by the same person may be purchased at 50% of the cost, but must be purchased at the same time that the original permit is purchased. |
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| Day passes | |
| Vehicle (fishing) | $5 |
| Boat (fishing) | $5 |
| Bicyclist (fishing) | $3 |
| Walk-In (fishing) | $3 |
| Walk-In or Bicyclist | No Charge |
Reservoir Details
- Open Hours April 1-October 31: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- The Reservoir is located between Highway 93 and Indiana on W. 64th Parkway.
- Download the Allowable Watercraft Document.
- All boats must stay 150 feet away from the shoreline.
- Paddle Boarding is NOT permitted on Arvada Reservoir.
- Arvada Reservoir is Arvada’s drinking water supply; therefore, stand up paddle boarding is not allowed due to the high potential for body contact and for safety purposes as the relatively small size of the reservoir has a higher potential for E. Coli, the primary concern when body contact sports are allowed.
- Dogs are NOT allowed.
- Ranger Station phone number: 303-420-7773.
Boat Inspections
Boats to be used on Arvada Reservoir are required to pass a boat inspection.
Physical distancing guidelines will require the reservoir patron to stay in their vehicle, while one of our reservoir rangers conducts the inspection.
Contact
General reservoir questions: Parks Supervisor Ken Billips: 720-898-7415 or kbillips@arvada.org.