BOATING & PADDLE BOARDING

People Boating and Paddleboarding on the Lake, Cabin in the Background

PERSONAL WATERCRAFT AND WATERCRAFT RENTALS ON EVERGREEN LAKE WILL TENTATIVELY OPEN FOR THE SEASON ON MAY 6, 2023

*Always call the Boating Hotline before visiting at 720-880-1391*


Help keep the lake and park beautiful. Please don’t litter and pick up after your pets. Pets must be kept on leash. Due to wildfire concerns, no charcoal or gas grills are allowed in the park. of Parking is limited at Evergreen Lake. 

Large Groups intending to visit Evergreen Lake and parking at Evergreen Lake Park, such as area summer camps, school outings, and clubs are required to submit an EPRD Park Permit Application before visiting.

*See Schedule/Hours tab below for detailed times and any changes due to special events and holidays. Weather may affect hours of operation, so always call the Boating Hotline (720-880-1391) before visiting. *

  1. Schedule/Hours
  2. Personal Watercraft Info
  3. Lake Rules
  4. Rental Rates
  5. Night Boating / Full Moon Paddle
  6. Classes
  7. Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS)

Summer Daily Schedule - May thru Oct 2023

  • Weekday (Mon-Fri) usage of the lake for personal watercraft (bring your own) or public watercraft rentals will be CLOSED UNTIL May 29 (Memorial Day).
  • The lake will be open 8 AM-7 PM on the weekends (Sat-Sun) during the pre-season (May 6 thru May 28) for boating opportunities for both personal watercraft and watercraft rentals.
  • Please note that watercraft rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis. 
  • Parking can be limited at Evergreen Lake, especially on weekends, please plan accordingly.
  • Private boating and public rental boating schedules are posted below.
  • All boating at Evergreen Lake (Private and Public Rental) is subject to weather closure.
  • Please call the Weather Hotline for daily updates before heading to Evergreen Lake: 720.880.1391
  • In case of inclement weather and lake closure, clients will receive a 1-hr boating/SUP voucher in lieu of a rental refund.

2023 PRE-SEASON - Personal Watercraft and Public Rental Schedule - 
Sat, May 6 thru Sun, May 28. 

DaysOpenLast Boat Out
Mon-Fri (Public Rentals)Closed until May 26N/A
Mon-Fri (Personal Watercraft)Closed until May 26N/A
Sat-Sun (Public Rentals and Personal Watercraft)8 AM to 7 PM6 PM


2023 REGULAR SEASON* - Personal Watercraft and Public Rental Schedule - Mon, May 29 thru Sun, Oct 1.  
*Please check Holiday and Event Schedule below.

DaysOpenLast Boat Out
Mon-Fri (Public Rentals)TBDTBD
Mon-Fri (Personal Watercraft)TBDTBD
Sat-Sun (Public Rentals and Personal Watercraft)8 AM to 7 PM6 PM

2023 Holiday & Special Events - Personal Watercraft and Public Rental Schedule

DaysOpenLast Boat Out
May 29, Memorial Day8 AM to 7 PM6 PM
Jun 17, Evergreen Rodeo12 to 7 PM6 PM
Jun 28, Summer Concert9 AM to 1 PM12 PM
Jul 4, Independence Day8 AM to 7 PM6 PM
Jul 26, Summer Concert9 AM to 1 PM12 PM
Aug 6, Evergreen Triathlon12 to 7 PM7 PM
Sep 4, Labor Day8 AM to 7 PM6 PM


In coordination with EMD (Evergreen Metro District) and CCD (City and County of Denver), access to Evergreen Lake may be closed to private boating and rental boats at its discretion.  All boating is prohibited during certain events including the EPRD Summer Concert Series, Evergreen Rodeo Parade and Evergreen Town Race.