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Colorado Area Fishing - Northeast Colorado
1. CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR: There is premier trophy walleye fishing at
Cherry Creek, which is nestled within a natural prairie environment. The
best fishing occurs in mid-May to early June with jigs, bait and plugs
along the dam and island. Anglers can find crappies, wipers and catchable
stocked trout. Location: Interstate 225 to Parker Road, south on Parker
Road to the east entrance off South Yosemite Street.
2. QUINCY RESERVOIR: This is a haven for tiger muskies, producing the
state's record (40 lb.,2 oz. ). In addition, there is good bass fishing
and spring trout fishing. Location: The reservoir is .5 miles east of
Buckley Road on Quincy Ave. in Aurora.
3. AURORA RESERVOIR: Perched atop the high plains of Aurora's "outback,"
this oasis provides 820 acres of water for the outdoor enthusiast. There
are plenty of game fish including rainbow trout, brown trout, walleye,
wipers, largemouth bass, yellow perch and crappie. The reservoir is open
year-round, from dawn until dusk. Location: Approximately 2.5 miles east
of Gun Club Road on Quincy Ave.
4. CHATFIELD RESERVOIR: This Denver metro area reservoir is one of the
most popular recreation areas. With its extraordinary view of the foothills,
this reservoir is developing a good walleye population, featuring many
fish in the one- to three-pound class. There are yellow perch, rainbow
trout, tiger muskie, smallmouth bass and crappie. Night fishing lands
channel catfish, particularly in the Plum Creek area. Location: South
on Highway 85 to C-470, west on C-470, south on Wadsworth to the park
entrance.
5. BEAR CREEK: (Evergreen to Bear Creek Reservoir): For a medium-sized
stream, Bear Creek produces good catches of 10- to 12-inch rainbow trout
with an occasional larger trout being taken. Location: Access west of
Morrison on Highway 74.
6. STANDLEY LAKE: A popular recreation spot for west-Denver, this deep
(80-plus feet) reservoir provides excellent habitat for rainbow trout,
wiper, walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. Walk-in access only
in spring and fall. Location: W. 88th Ave. and Kipling Street.
7. BOULDER RESERVOIR: A fantastic view of nearby foothills and 540 acres
of open water make this impoundment a favorite with many metro area residents.
Walleye fishing is good during the spring. Other fish species include
bluegill, crappie, yellow perch, rainbow trout and many channel catfish
in the 1- to 6-pound range. Location: Northeast of the Longmont Diagonal
at Jay Road and 51st Street.
8. SAWHILL AND WALDEN PONDS: Twenty ponds from 1 to 30 acres sit along
Boulder Creek and provide good fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill,
pumpkinseed, yellow perch and crappie. Several ponds also contain wiper
and walleye. Location: Approximately .5 miles north of Valmont Dr. on
N. 75th Street.
9. THE BIG THOMPSON RIVER: This is another favorite of residents and nonresidents
alike. Stocked rainbow trout and a natural brown trout population provide
good fishing from May through September. Salmon eggs, various lures and
worms work best during the spring runoff; flies are best during late July,
August and September. Location: East of Estes Park on Highway 34.
10. THE CACHE LA POUDRE RIVER: The river begins its race for the flatlands
on the Continental Divide's backbone in Rocky Mountain National Park.
During the course of its rush to join the South Platte River near Greeley,
it provides more than 60 miles of public fishing. There are good populations
of brown and native trout, as well as some mountain whitefish. Three sections
on the river are restricted to fly and lure fishing and on these sections
the bag and possession limit is two fish, 16 inches or longer. Location:
West of Fort Collins on Highway 14 for approximately 14 miles to the mouth
of the canyon. Highway 14 continues west up the Cache La Poudre River.
11. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER: The splendid natural beauty of this river is distracting
even to the most seasoned angler. Bighorn sheep frequent the canyon walls
and a variety of birds hover over the water. The two prime stretches of
water area are as follows: Cheesman Reservoir to Strontia Springs Reservoir:
This gold medal river is regarded as one of the best rainbow and brown
trout fisheries in the nation. There are many fish over 14 inches, particularly
upstream of Scraggy View Picnic Ground. Location: U.S. 85 to Colorado
67. Strontia Springs Reservoir to Chatfield Reservoir: Requires hiking
or biking. There are fewer anglers in this stretch of water compared to
the Deckers area and the concentrations of fish are impressive. Best bets
are rainbow and brown trout. Location: C-470 west to South Wadsworth.
Follow Wadsworth to the Kassler Water Treatment Plant. Access to this
area is by hiking or bicycle.
GOLD MEDAL
12. SOUTH PLATTE RIVER IN SOUTH PARK: One of Colorado's best for quality-sized
rainbows, browns and cutthroats. Best bets are the Middle Fork between
Hartsel and Fairplay and the main river above Spinney Mountain Reservoir.
Good access above and below Antero Reservoir, but check regulations for
restrictions. Best kept secret: Elevenmile Canyon near Lake George. Location:
West of Colorado Springs on Highway 24.
GOLD MEDAL
13. SPINNEY MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR: The place for consistent large rainbows
(16-inch plus), browns and Snake River Cutthroats. Best fishing right
after April ice-out. Excellent belly boat or shore fishing and trophy
northern pike can be taken, best in June. A State Parks pass is required.
Location: West of Colorado Springs on Highway 24 for 55 miles to County
Road 23. Drive south for 2.8 miles and east on Country Road 59 for 1 mile
to entrance.
14 . ELEVENMILE RESERVOIR: Something for everyone here; larger than average
rainbow, cutthroats and browns can be caught right near your campsite
or troll for trophies. Some of the biggest kokanee salmon in the state
are caught here. A State Parks pass is required. Location: West of Colorado
Springs on Highway 24 to the town of Lake George and south to park entrance.
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