Rueter-Hess Reservoir
Today, FridayFriday 16 October8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Rueter-Hess Reservoir is a 1,000-acre reservoir just east of Castle Rock, with fishing, paddling and trails, and a quiet place to spend a day on the water or outdoors.
On the water
- Fishing: stocked with rainbow trout, largemouth bass and catfish
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Non-motorized boats only
Trails
The trails around the reservoir have:
- 8+ miles of multi-use trails
- Hiking and mountain biking
- Wildlife viewing
- Overlooks above the reservoir
Facilities
- Boat launch
- Fishing piers
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
- Parking
This week’s hours
Today, Friday 16 October: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday 17 October: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday 18 October: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Monday 19 October: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tuesday 20 October: No hours listed
Wednesday 21 October: No hours listed
Thursday 22 October: No hours listed
Details
- Address
- 9343 Double Angel Rd, Parker, CO 80134
- Phone
- (720) 733-6944
- Type
- Outdoors
- Admission
- $10 per vehicle, reserved online
- On site
- Boat launch, fishing piers, trails, parking, restrooms, picnic areas
Address and phone from douglasco.gov, checked 12 October 2026. Hours from douglasco.gov and crgov.com, checked 12 October 2026.
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