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Full Moon Paddle - Trinidad Lake
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Description
Full Moon Paddle Experience - Trinidad Lake, CO
Paddle out onto Trinidad Lake after dark on the night of the full moon, with lighted boats and boards for a cooler, quieter alternative to a daytime rental. This one only runs once a month, timed to the actual full moon, so it's a different kind of outing than a standard rental.
Trinidad Lake sits at the base of the Culebra Range of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and the sandstone bluffs and piñon-juniper hills that ring the lake take on a completely different character once the sun goes down and the moon takes over. Choose a single kayak, a tandem kayak, or a stand-up paddleboard for the night.
Duration
- Booked as a 3-hour window; the on-water reservation slot runs 7:30 PM–9:30 PM, with flexible early pickup beforehand
- Offered once a month, on the date of the actual full moon (dates shift month to month - click "check availability" for the next date)
Location / Where to Meet
- Meet your rental team on the south shore of Trinidad Lake State Park — turn right at the blue porta-potty
- You can pick up your boat or board anytime before your 7:30–9:30 PM slot
Ages & Requirements
- All ages welcome. Children 7 and under may only ride along in the tandem kayak with an adult; children 8 and older may use their own kayak or SUP
- All paddlers must wear a life jacket
- A Colorado State Parks pass is required
- Each boat is checked out to one responsible person; your ID or keys are held at the launch until the boat is returned
What's Included
- Your choice of single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand-up paddleboard — selected at checkout
- Paddle
- Life jacket (PFD)
- Lights for paddling after dark
Not Included
- Gratuity
- Colorado State Parks day pass or annual pass
- Guides - this is a self-guided, rental experience
What to Bring / Wear
- Water shoes
- A warm layer — evenings can cool down quickly
- Water
- Clothing you don't mind getting wet
- Valid ID and a credit card (held at the launch in exchange for your rental)
- Your Colorado State Parks pass
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Trinidad Kayak Company
FAQs
Where is Trinidad Lake State Park relative to nearby cities?
The park sits about 4–5 miles west of Trinidad, CO on Highway 12, just off I-25. Trinidad is the southernmost city of any size on I-25 in Colorado, roughly 20 miles north of Raton, NM and the New Mexico border. It's about 85–90 miles south of Pueblo, around 2 hours south of Colorado Springs, and about 3 hours south of Denver.
What's it like to paddle at Trinidad Lake?
Trinidad Lake is an 800-acre reservoir set in the foothills of the Culebra Range of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, ringed by piñon-juniper forest and sandstone bluffs. Summer water temperatures run around 70°F, and the lake is generally calm, though afternoon winds can pick up. It's also open to motorized boats, water skiing, and personal watercraft, so you may share the water with other traffic — boats are required to slow to no-wake speed near the launch area and within 150 feet of shore anglers, which helps keep things manageable for paddlers. Wildlife sightings are common too, from deer and wild turkeys on shore to waterfowl like pelicans and herons out on the water.
Is the lake open year-round?
No, rentals run seasonally, April through October, 7 days a week.
Cancellation Policy
Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Availability
There is no instant booking availability for this adventure. Drop us a line using the contact form below and we'll do our best to help you book this adventure or suggest some alternative options
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Location
Address
311 E Strong Ave
Trinidad, CO, 81082
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This adventure isn't instantly bookable online, but may still be available