Kremmling, Colorado · Grand County · Facility
The Ritchard Dam holds the 1,500 surface-acre Wolford Mountain Reservoir. Parking and restrooms support access to the dam and shoreline, popular with anglers. Anglers can also access Muddy creek for fishing below the dam and spillway.
The Ritchard Dam holds the 1,500 surface-acre Wolford Mountain Reservoir. Parking and restrooms support access to the dam and shoreline, popular with anglers. Anglers can also access Muddy creek for fishing below the dam and spillway.
It is located approximately 4.5 miles north of Kremmling and East of Highway 40. Follow U.S. 40 west from Kremmling, turning East at the Wolford Mountain Dam Road. A designated parking area is provided with a vault restroom and picnic shelter.
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