North Lake SWA Access provides a boat ramp on the north shore of North Lake Reservoir near restrooms, allowing hand-launched and electric-motor vessels for fishing and paddling.

Located at 8,478-9,905 feet elevation along Highway 12 between Trinidad and La Veta, the area offers multiple designated parking areas and access to the North Fork Purgatoire River.

A valid Colorado hunting or fishing license or SWA pass is required for visitors 16 and older.