The Brainard Lake Recreation Area regulations vary according to time of year.
YEAR ROUND: Pack animals (horses/llamas), recreational shooting (except for legal hunting) and being on trails posted as closed are prohibited.
“SUMMER” SEASON (May 1 - Nov 14): Dogs must be on a hand-held leash at all times; when open, developed camping is allowed at Pawnee Campground; dispersed camping is allowed north of the South St Vrain Creek.
“WINTER” SEASON (Nov 15 - Apr 30): Motorized vehicles are prohibited; dogs are allowed on the Brainard Lake and Lefthand Park Reservoir Roads; dogs are prohibited on trails; camping is prohibited within 1/4 mile of developed recreation sites except Red Rock Lake; skis only on Little Raven and CMC Ski Trail.
FISHING & HUNTING: Allowed in accordance with the regulations established by Colorado Parks & Wildlife.