Big Thompson Access
Big Thompson Access
Big Thompson Rd Access provides public river access to the Big Thompson River in the Drake area, managed by Larimer County as part of the Big Thompson Parks system.
The site offers fishing access and is located near mile marker 81 on the Big Thompson River corridor, with parking available for visitors seeking to access the river for day-use recreation.
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