Directions and Factoids
Directions: From Las Animas, 15 miles east on US 50 to Hasty, 2 miles So on county road 260.
Factoid: John Martin Reservoir, also known as The Sapphire on the Plains, boasts unique natural
and cultural resources and excellent recreation opportunities.
John Martin lake beckons you to fish, boat, and camp. Wildlife lovers will appreciate the
variety of habitats, home to some rare species! History buffs will revel in viewing the
petroglyphs while hiking Red Shin's trail, visiting the historic Santa Fe Trail marker,
and touring rock art at Hicklin Springs. Free dam tours are available upon reservation and
we have a new 18-hole disc golf course just downstream of the dam.
There's something for everyone at John Martin. Come and see for yourself!
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Recreation Services Status
The list below includes Recreation Services Status of USACE managed areas (lines that contain the Corps Castle icon). Others, such as state or private marina operators, run additional parks. Please contact those agencies or individuals for information on the areas they manage.
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Partially Open
Seasonal Closure
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Status Unknown
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Lake Hasty
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Managed by Others in Italics |
$ Corps Fees Collected
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| Camping |
| E | Electric Campsites |
| N | Non-electric Campsites |
| P | Primitive Campsites |
| G | Group Camping |
| D | Dump Station |
| Fishing |
| C | Fish Cleaning Stations |
| CD | Courtesy Dock |
| D | Fishing Docks |
| P | Fishing Piers |
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| Picnic |
| A | Picnic Area |
| G | Group Picnic |
| GS | Group Picnic Shelter |
| Swimming |
| BE | Beach |
| P | Swimming Pool |
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| Trails |
| B | Bike Trails |
| Q | Equestrian Trails |
| H | Hiking Trails |
| I | Hiking Trails - Interpretive |
| R | Off Road Vehicle Trails |
| F | Fitness Trails |
| W | Water Trails |
| S | Snow Mobile Trails |
| CC | Cross Country Skiing Trails |
| M | Multipurpose Trails |
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