Puett Reservoir State Wildlife Area

The Puett Reservoir State Wildlife Area offers a convenient boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats. The gently sloping, grassy launch area is located near the reservoir's high-water line, making it easy to access the water.

Puett Reservoir is a warm-water fishery managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, offering opportunities to catch species like northern pike, walleye, and other gamefish. A valid hunting or fishing license, or State Wildlife Area pass, is required for everyone 16 or older accessing this state wildlife area.

While the access road and parking areas are paved, there are no recorded campsites at this location. Boaters should be aware of regulations restricting trailered boats on some nearby reservoirs to prevent the spread of invasive mussels. For those looking to explore the reservoir by paddle or small motorized craft, the Puett Reservoir boat ramp provides a well-maintained launch point.

The House Creek Recreation Complex is across the reservoir from the McPhee Complex. From Dolores, take 11th Street to the Dolores-Norwood Road (Forest Rd. 526) and go about six miles, then southwest on the House Creek Road (Forest Rd. 528) for just over 5 miles. The access road and parking areas are paved. This gently sloping, grassy area is near the reservoir’s high-water line. There has an...

The House Creek Recreation Complex is across the reservoir from the McPhee Complex. From Dolores, take 11th Street to the Dolores-Norwood Road (Forest Rd. 526) and go about six miles, then southwest on the House Creek Road (Forest Rd. 528) for just over 5 miles. The access road and parking areas are paved. This gently sloping, grassy area is near the reservoir’s high-water line. There has an open play area, sanitary dumping station, group picnic area, and four-lane boat ramp.

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