Stagecoach State Park Explained

Stagecoach State Park
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Map:USA Colorado
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Location:Routt County, Colorado, United States
Nearest City:Steamboat Springs, CO
Coordinates:40.2883°N -106.8617°W
Area:1641acres
Established:1989
Visitation Num:234,885
Visitation Year:2021
Visitation Ref:[1]
Governing Body:Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Stagecoach State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Routt County 17miles south of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The 1641acres park established in 1989 includes a 771acres reservoir on the Yampa River formed by Stagecoach Dam. Facilities include a marina, boat ramps, campsites, picnic sites and 8miles of trails. Park uplands are montane shrub communities, with riparian areas and wetlands around the reservoir and along the river. Commonly sighted wildlife includes elk, mule deer, coyote, red fox and badger.

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  1. Web site: 2023 . Colorado State Parks Region Annual Visitation Report . Colorado Counties, Inc..