About
Rueter-Hess Reservoir offers a tranquil outdoor escape for paddleboarding, kayaking, and hiking with well-maintained trails and a viewpoint atop a hill. Visitors should plan ahead as reservations and fees are required, with strict regulations to protect the water resource and fishery.
What To Expect:
- 🛶 Paddleboard and kayak-friendly waters
- 🎣 Catch-and-release fishing with reservation
- 🚶 Scenic hiking trails including the Coyote Loop
- 🌄 Hilltop viewpoint with stunning vistas
Important Information:
- – Reservation and pre-registration required
- – Entry fee typically $10 per vehicle
- – No swimming, motorboats, or swimming allowed
- – Life jackets mandatory on paddleboards and kayaks
- – Dogs restricted from shoreline and water
📍 Local Insights
🛶 Gear Rentals Onsite: Surf Sup Colorado offers convenient paddleboard and kayak rentals right at the reservoir.
🎣 Fishing Rules Strict: Catch-and-release fishing requires reservations and use of barbless, artificial lures only.
🚶 Explore Coyote Loop: Hikers recommend this accessible trail for lovely views around the reservoir.
⚠️ Reserve in Advance: Day-of parking and entry purchases are not allowed; book online before arriving.
🎉 Events at Rueter-Hess Reservoir
Dash Across the Dam Father's Day 5K
Lone Tree Resident Free Day at Rueter-Hess Reservoir
Castle Pines Day at Rueter-Hess Reservoir
⏰ Hours
Monday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 8 AM to 6 PM
👉 Best For
- •Paddleboarders
- •Anglers
- •Hikers
- •Families
Location
9343 Double Angle Road, Parker, CO 80134Review Sentiment
Based on 73 Google reviews
"Rueter-Hess Reservoir is appreciated for its peaceful paddleboarding and scenic hiking trails, with many praising the staff and uncrowded setting. However, repeated concerns about strict regulations, high fees, limited fishing access, and restrictive dog policies detract from the experience for some visitors."
What You'll Find
- •Reservoir
- •Paddleboarding
- •Kayaking
- •Hiking Trails
- •Viewpoint
- •Catch-and-Release Fishing
- •Reservation Required
- •Entry Fee
- •Life Jacket Required
- •Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit weekday mornings for quiet paddleboarding and hiking; weekends see modest crowds mid-morning to afternoon; reserve online before arrival.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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