7740 Lakeshore Drive
Parker, Colorado
Directions: I-25 to Lincoln Avenue, east on Lincoln Avenue (5.5 miles) to Parker Road (Hwy 83); travel south on Parker Road (5.6 miles) to North Pinery Parkway, turn east on North Pinery Parkway; turn right on East Lakeview Drive, turn right on East Lakeshore Drive.
Acreage: 30.0
Hours: one hour before sunrise - one hour after sunset
Features
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(1) picnic shelter (seating capacity – 20)
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(1) trail system (1.0 mile soft surface trail)
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(1) portable restroom
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parking capacity – 25 cars (paved)
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electricity available
Located in the Pinery subdivision, Bingham Lake is quiet oasis that is enjoyed by hikers,
mountain bikers, dog enthusiasts and fisherman. Douglas County Parks and Trails
manage the recreational facilities and the
fishery. The one mile loop trail around the 25 acre lake is a popular attraction year round for
local
residents and visitors to the area. The shade shelter located at the west trailhead is a
perfect location for a picnic as you take in the beauty of the front range and observe the
waterfowl and other wildlife that frequent the lake.
The quality warm water fishery at Bingham Lake draws those that want to wet a line and test their skills against some of the various warm water game species that inhabit the lake. This includes large mouth bass, black crappie,
walley, blue gill yellow perch, channel catfish and wipers Hybrid white/stripe bass). Since 2005 an annual stocking program has helped ensure that there adequate numbers of fish to catch. In addition, a fisheries habitat enhancement project, periodic fishery assessment and a requests for anglers to “catch and release” has helped maintain a quality fishery.
An annual Kids Fishing Derby is held each August in conjunction with the Pinery Home Owners Association Annual Picnic. This event draws little fisherman from throughout the area. Trophies, prizes and the opportunity to catch the “big one” are all part of the fun.
The lake is managed under a private lake license, so a Colorado fishing license is not required. Changes in regulations by the Pinery Water and Wastewater District prohibit any type of boating or wading due to concerns of introducing Zebra or Quagga Mussels into the lake. Both are invasive species that would have a profound impact on the ecosystem and mechanical pumping operations at the lake.
