Rocky Mountains · Pikes Peak Trail

Manitou Lake and Trout Creek

Aliases: Trout Creek

Manitou Lake and the adjacent Trout Creek area together comprise the finest birding spot in the county. This is a great place to find breeding Red-naped Sapsuckers and flycatchers, and many species of warbler and other landbirds migrate through in spring and fall. It is possible to see deer, elk and beaver in the area. Visitors will not be disappointed!

Restrictions: Obey all rules and regulations

County: Teller

Directions: Take US 24 to Woodland Park. Turn right on CO 67 and head 7.3 miles to the Manitou Lake entrance on the right. Note that there is a $5 entry fee at Manitou Lake.

Alternate Directions: Take US 24 to Woodland Park. Turn right on CO 67 and head 7.3 miles to the Manitou Lake entrance on the right.

Habitat: Lake, Lowland Riparian, Streamside Willow, Ponderosa Forest

Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission or Fees: $10 USFS day use fee

Parking: Yes

Lodging: USFS campsites nearby, or hotel in Woodland Park

Handicapped: Yes
Handicapped Access: Paved bike trail

Delorme: 50 D2

ROC: 88 C3

Latitude: 39.08847
Longitude: -105.09766