Woods Lake State Wildlife Area
This is a small, beautiful and secluded lake set among mixed-conifer forest and aspen groves. Keep an eye out for typical species of the high-elevation aspen and spruce-fir forest. You might see elk and black bear. The mountain scenery here is spectacular, with beautiful views of Mount Wilson. Rugged trails lead into the Lizard Head Wilderness Area and, eventually, alpine tundra.
Restrictions: Roads inaccessible during the winter
County: San Miguel
Directions: At the intersection of CO 145 and CO 62 at Placerville drive towards Telluride on CO 145 for three miles. Turn right (south) on CR 57P, which becomes FR 618. It???s about 10 miles to the campground and lake.
Alternate Directions: From Telluride, head east on CO 145 for 13 miles to Fall Creek Road. Turn left and go 7.5 miles to FR 621. Turn left; the SWA is in 1 mile.
Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, Spruce-Fir Forest, Alpine Tundra, Mountain Meadow
Dates of Access: Roads closed during the winter months
Hours: Dawn to Dusk, day use only
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission or Fees: A valid hunting or fishing license is required for everyone 18 or older to access any State Wildlife Area or State Trust Land leased by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Free on USFS property.
Parking: Gravel parking areas/roadside
Lodging: Primitive camping on US Forest Service property
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited
Delorme: 76 A1
ROC: 114 B4
Latitude: 37.88418
Longitude: -108.05628