Overlooking the water and foothills from a highpoint Sunrise Picnic Area is scenic spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a large parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, and walking access to Sunrise Beach (there is a road down to the beach and pavilions, but there is limited parking and best used for loading and unloading).

Jamie S.

November 18, 2023

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Overlooking the water and foothills from a high point Sunrise Picnic Area is a scenic spot on the northeastern side of Horsetooth Reservoir. There is a large parking lot, picnic tables, bathrooms, and walking access to Sunrise Beach (there is a road down to the beach and pavilions, but there is limited parking and best used for loading and unloading).

Jamie S.

December 21, 2023

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