Monument Lake Resort

MASTER PLAN

In its heyday in 1948, Monument Lake Resort had 100,000 visitors. New management is bringing the resort back to its former rustic splendor.

The resort reopened May 1, 2008, with some improvements in place. Those who have returned year after year will find the same good fishing, the same reasonable rates, and the familiar Spanish Peaks rising above the lake.

Visitors will also find pleasant surprises. The new Grubsteak Café will serve local flavors prepared to a fine-dining standard using organic ingredients when available. Eco-friendly practices from cleaning products used to the landscaping installed will permeate every aspect of operations in line with a philosophy of sustainability for this legendary lake and grounds.

Our vision is to restore and operate the hatchery through a nonprofit foundation created specifically for this task. Trinidad State Junior College (TSJC) will be our collaborator and will incorporate the hatchery into its Aquaculture curriculum. This endeavor will be a great asset to Monument Lake, the City of Trinidad, Trinidad State Junior College, Las Animas County, and the southern Colorado region.

One of our production goals is to raise 3lb-5lb fish to supplement the Colorado Division of Wildlife’s stocking program at Monument Lake. It is our sincere hope that we can work closely with CDOW to create a great working relationship that will aid its efforts in providing quality recreational and educational opportunities.

In addition to becoming part of TSJC's curriculum, we hope we can provide educational seminars for students K-12, youth groups, civic organizations, tourists, and local residents.

Phase One included conducting further due diligence regarding water rights issues and assessing production capacity, as well as developing a renovation schedule and budget for the project.

The City of Trinidad has been awarded two grants through History Colorado. These grants have enabled us to carry out initial assessments prior to producing renovation plans for the fish hatchery. The next step will be application for a construction grant to begin the renovations.

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