Largest lakes & reservoirs in Southwest by acres
This is a comparison for lakes within USA > West > Colorado > Southwest > - Compared by surface area in acres.Note: For some lakes, "Largest Lakes - Acres" data is unknown or does not apply, so this table may display fewer lakes than the total 7 articles we have published for Southwest lakes.
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Lake name  |
Surface area in acres |
Lake description |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Mesa Reservoir (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
9,178 ac | Also known as Blue Mesa Lake Beautiful mesas, deep canyons, and steep rocky cliffs surround Blue Mesa Reservoir, the second largest lake entirely in Colorado. The clear, blue, mountain water of the fjord-like lake draws anglers, nature lovers, and vacationers from all over. Created in 1965 with the construction of the Blue Mesa… |
| McPhee Reservoir (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
4,470 ac | In 1776 Spanish priests traveling through the Dolores Valley imagined a project that would bring water to the thirsty crops of the Montezuma Valley. By the mid 1800’s, tunnels had been cut to carry the water; over 200 years later, the priests’ dreams became reality with the creation of the McPhee Re… |
| Morrow Point Reservoir (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
817 ac | Only something truly breathtaking and extraordinary would make it worth carrying a kayak down 232 steps. The steep, rocky cliffs meeting the clear blue water of Morrow Point Reservoir is an experience that exceeds normal expectations, making it well worth the journey. An impoundment of the Gunnison… |
| Electra Lake (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
800 ac | Also known as Cascade Reservoir The majestic peaks of the San Juan Mountains stand guard over the breathtaking beauty of southwestern Colorado’s Electra Lake. Found 25 miles north of Durango in La Plata County, Electra Lake is not just a destination – it is a chance to experience the rich heritage and breathtaking beauty of the Am… |
| Lake San Cristobal (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
350 ac | Surrounded by ghost towns and a rich mining history and in the shadows of some of the tallest mountains in the county, Lake San Cristobal is a beautiful place to play and explore. Unsurpassed scenery, wildlife, and recreation make the lake a great destination. Second only to Grand Lake, Lake San Cri… |
| Crystal Reservoir (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
301 ac | In 1882 the Curecanti needle became the symbol for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad. With its steep cliffs and rock formations, the area around Crystal Reservoir has been inspiring travelers ever since. Created by the Crystal Dam in 1976, Crystal Reservoir is and impoundment of the Gunnison River.… |
| Lake Purgatory (Colorado, Southwest, USA, West) |
17 ac | Also known as Columbine Lake, Purgatory Lake Set in the middle of a winter wonderland, Lake Purgatory is a private, alpine lake found in beautiful southwestern Colorado. Property owners and their guests enjoy canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing on this secluded lake where motorized boats are not permitted. Lake Purgatory is not op… |
