All UPDATES as of 05/22/26:

LAKE CONDITIONS:

All guests using the self-register station MUST complete and fill out all forms legibly with payment.

The well on Site #57 is currently CLOSED. There is NO DRINKING WATER ON SITE. Please bring plenty of drinking water with you.

****Wellington suffered significant tree damage in the past several Stormfronts. (WATERFALL TRAILHEAD UNTIL 2027) Please be advised of road and tree damage in the area.

DAY USE:

Day Use is open from Sun-up to Sun-down you must register prior to 4:30 pm of your arrival date.

CAMPING:

The Campground is open for Camping.

FISHING : All Fishermen must sign a liability waiver upon arrival on the property. All fishing is catch and release only! NO BAIT! Single barbless hooks and no lead weights.

FIRE BAN INFO:

Currently NO Fire Ban

**🔥 Refined Fire Safety Notice

Campfires ARE allowed at Wellington under current conditions.

• Jefferson County: No fire ban in effect.

• Park County: No fire ban in effect.

Because Wellington sits on the border of both counties, Wellington Facility Managers use regulations and currently weather conditions from both counties to determine fire ban information. Due to recent High Winds and Dry Conditions Wellington Facility Managers may enforce a RED FLAG FIRE BAN at any time. Fires are in metal fire rings only! Please use extreme caution.

✅ What This Means for You

• Campfires ARE permitted.

• Use EXTREAME caution at all times.

• Bring PROPANE alternatives as conditions change quickly.

🚩 Red Flag Warnings

Due to high winds typical this time of year, Facility Managers may issue a Red Flag Warning AT ANY TIME.

If this occurs, all open flames will be prohibited immediately.

🌲 Closing Note Thank you for helping us keep the forest and the Platte River corridor safe. Your cooperation protects wildlife, water, and the community.

Current ROAD CONDITIONS:

Please visit our travel page for details on the best route into Wellington Lake.*The most reliable, year-round access to the lake is via County Road 68 from Bailey, CO.

We would like to thank PARK CO ROAD AND BRIDGE for taking amazing care of their portion of the road!!

CO Rd 68 graded on 04.28.26 with new chipseal on firs ~4 miles.

Campground Reservations:

Campsites may be reserved through online booking as early as 3 months in advance of your check-in date at midnight.

*Guests may book earlier than 3 months via the Advanced Booking process. Please note that if your check in date is within 3 months but your additional dates fall outside of the 3 months, the Advanced Booking fees will apply to all dates outside of the 3-month window.