Numerous undeveloped campsites. Mix Lake Campground is nearby. Lily Pond is lightly fished. It is subject to occasional winterkill. 40% of the shoreline is rated easy to fish.
Directions from Platoro: Access from Platoro on Forest Roads #250 and #256
Seasonal Information:
Recreation Season:
Memorial Day Weekend through Memorial Day Weekend .
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Recreation Opportunities
Activity
Remarks
On Site
Camping
Numerous undeveloped sites; Mix Lake Campground nearby
Yes
Cold Water Fishing
Occasional winterkill
Yes
Lakes & Reservoirs
Lily Pond
Yes
Related Activities
Mix Lake - 90% of the shoreline is rated easy to fish. Due to its proximity to the Platoro and Mix Lake Campground, this lake is heavily fished. It is stocked regularly with rainbow trout.
Mix Lake Campground - Mix Lake Campground is located one mile west of Platoro in the Conejos River drainage. Many bodies of water provide fishing and there is access to the South San Juan Wilderness nearby.