The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is pleased to announce the season opening of the Lake Capote Recreation Area on April 16, 2009.   Initial days of operation will be Thursday – Sunday.  Beginning May 14th, the lake and campground will be open 7 days a week through September 7, 2009.   Store hours are 8 am – 6 pm.  Fishing is sunrise to sunset.

New to the lake this year will be the stocking of brown trout - joining the rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and channel catfish.   Also being added this year are 5 new shade structures and 3 new fishing docks around the lake.  Returning this year will be the Fishing Derby – catch tagged fish and win cash prizes!

Looking for a venue for your next event?  LakeCapote is able to host many types of activities with reasonable rates.  Call 970-883-2273 for details.

Dusk Edwards