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Area Attractions

The Sedgwick County area offers ample opportunities for the avid outdoors person. Jumbo Reservoir is just minutes from town, and is a hot spot for recreational activities through all the seasons. There are many scenic opportunities at the river too.

 

With the area and local museums there is plenty to see and explore. You'll want to make sure you chat with the locals for all the hidden getaways.

Heading to Sturgis? Stop in Sedgwick, Exit 165 of I-76. We have cold beverages, food and you're welcome to camp in our park.

           Museums of Sedgwick County           

Sedgwick Jail House Museum (Closed)

Jailhouse Museum Sedgwick Colorado

Address: 120 Main Avenue in Sedgwick, Colorado

Contact Nancy at 970.463.5765 for more information.

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The building that houses the Jailhouse Museum was built in 1930 and served as the jail and town hall from 1931 until 1997. Currently, the building is under renovation and isn't ready for visitors yet. We'll keep you posted as to when the Museum will be opening, so stay tuned.

Depot Museum 

Address: 201 West 1st Street

              Julesburg, Colorado

Phone: 970.474.2061

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Learn the history of Fort Sedgwick, Union Pacific Railroad, Pony Express, Native Americans and early pioneers through artifacts and memorabilia on display.

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WINTER HOURS: Closed Mondays; Open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; By appointment only on Saturdays & Sundays

Fort Sedgwick and Depot Museum

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Old Ford Garage
Fort Sedgwick Museum & Archives
Fort Sedgwick Park
South Platte River Trail
Hunting & Fishing in Sedgwick County
Sedgwick Colorado Wildlife Area
Sedgwick Bar State Wildlife Area

From Sedgwick go 2 miles northeast on Highway 138 to access road; then 1/2 mile south.

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Choose to hike and observe the wildlife, or hunt deer, rabbit, squrrel, pheasant, bobwhite quarl, doves, waterfowl and turkey, which are in abundant supply.

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Camping is not allowed. For other restrictions, click here.

Jumbo Reservoir Sedgwick Colorado
Jumbo Reservoir

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Phone Number:

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Activities include fishing, boating, swimming, water skiing, camping, hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing.

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The reservior is stocked with bass, black bass, bluefill, carp, catfish, perch, rainbow trout to name a few.

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The spacious campgrounds around Jumbo Reservoir offer shaded picnic areas, restroom facilities and cool, clean drinking water.

Other things to do in Sedgwick County
Sedgwick County Colorado Golf Association
Sedgwick County Golf

Address: 2 Miles north of Julesburg, Colorado

Phone: 970.474.3574

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Public 9 hole regulation golf course.

Julesburg Colrado Drag strip
Julesburg Drag Strip

Address: On US Highway 138 west of Julesburg, Colorado

Phone: 307.631.4490

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