Denver Metro Region

Arvada Reservoir - We stocked over 4,000 Rainbow on July 8th. Fishing is still fairly decent morning throughout the evening daily. Fish are being caught on earthworms, salmon eggs and different colors of power bait. More smallmouth bass are still being caught. A lot more small perch are also being caught now because of the warmer water. (Those are pan size by the way, and darn good to eat) The weather has been warm to hot. The handicap ramps and dock are all open. To check if you can put your boat on because of high winds - please call 303-420-7773. Remember - no live bait at the reservoir but worms. We are always watching for intruders like mussel.

Aurora Reservoir - Open to boating and the water temperature is 71 degrees. All vessels must be inspected prior to launch. A watercraft access permit is required for all vehicles bringing in watercraft. Trout fishing is fair to good with orange or yellow powerbait and night crawlers suspended off the bottom. We were stocked with trout last week. Walleye fishing is fair to good from the dam using crawlers, leeches, jerkbaits and crankbaits from boats on the flats. Wiper is fair to good at this time off the West dam and the swim beach point from boats using swimbaits. All other species are slow. The limit for trout is two fish. Boating is restricted to electric motors. For more information, call 303-690-1286.

Barr Lake - The water level 1 foot below full. The water temperature is approximately 78 degrees. Trout from the shore is good. Boating is also good for Trout and Walleye from bottom bouncers. Wiper are still slow. Occasional perch from boats. Carp are done spawning. Algae is blooming. All boats must be inspected, or pre-inspected, for ANS prior to launch. 10 Hp limit on motors. Be aware of afternoon storms, and high winds!

Bear Creek - Fishing for rainbows has been very good this past week. The water flows have slowed, and the water clarity has improved. Scuds in olive and orange have been producing good numbers of browns and rainbows and occasional brookies. The stream between Evergreen Lake and Bear Creek Reservoir offers an opportunity to enjoy fishing, great scenery, areas to have family picnics. (All rainbows must be returned to the water immediately) Severe thunderstorms can create sudden, fast-moving water conditions. Extreme caution must be observed when fishing any canyon or low lying area. Always keep an eye to the sky and pay attention to rising water. You should have an escape route planned so you can Climb to Safety.

Bear Creek Reservoir - Fishing for trout has slowed this past week. Salmon egg and worm combinations have had the best success. Tiger Muskie action is still slow. Fishing for Walleye has been fair early in the morning and again at dusk. Saugeye have remained slow. Stocking for Trout will begin in May and continue thru July. The minimum size for walleyes and Saugeye is 15 inches, and only one exceeding 21 inches may be taken daily

Berkeley Lake - Fishing for Rainbows has been fair this past week. Crappie action has picked up on the east and west ends of the lake, near the cattails, using minnows. (NOTE: Anglers must have a receipt for minnows dated within the prior 7 days on their person) All other species have been slow. Berkeley has largemouth bass, bluegills, crappie and channel catfish. Channel Catfish 8 inches in length are typically stocked late summer to early fall. Boats are not permitted. A recreation center, playground, dog park and other amenities are available on the south side of the lake.

Centennial Park Lake - Fishing for crappie has improved this past week. (Note: Minnows must have a receipt of purchase dated within the past 7 days) Fishing for Catfish has improved using cut bait and nightcrawlers off the bottom, after dusk. The lake also has warm-water fish including bass, crappie, and perch, which become more active later in the season. No boats are allowed on the 15-acre lake, maximum depth 27 feet. A playground, restrooms and handicapped-accessible fishing pier on the west and south sides are available. Park opens at dawn until 11 p.m.

Chatfield Ponds - No report was received. Please call Chatfield State Park for current fishing and boat inspection information. Phone (303) 791-7275

Chatfield Reservoir - All trailered vessels must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species before launching. Inspections are conducted at the North and South boat ramps daily from 6am-10pm, if you arrive before or after hours, you may still launch if you have a state seal on your boat, just follow the Pre-Inspection directions as posted. The water temperature is between 72-75 degrees. Walleye fishing has been excellent. Live bait and grub lures have worked along the roadbeds, dam, and centerline. SM Bass has also been good fishing. The dam is the best place to find them on worms and spinners. Trout have been slow, but most are caught by the tower, centerline, and Platte River. Crank baits and raplas have worked well. Bluegill and perch fishing has picked up. Gravel ponds have reported the most, using worms.

Clear Creek - The creek is flowing 173 cfs at Lawson and 251 cfs at Golden, which translates to near-normal summer fishing conditions. The creek is wadeable although still dicey in places, the water is clear, and grasshoppers are numerous on the banks. And the fish are active. Smaller hopper patterns and #14 or 16 caddis black foam bodies make great surface flies. Underneath, trail a #16 prince nymph or caddis emerger. Fish are concentrated mainly in slower runs near the banks but some are holding in slightly faster water. You'll catch mostly browns with a smattering of rainbows in the 10 - 12" range, but there are some 12 - 14" fish in the creek.

Clear Lake - Decent numbers of rainbows are being caught on salmon eggs and Berkley Power Eggs fished off the bottom. Live crickets fished with a fly and bubble is working very well for some nice rainbows 10-12 inches. This lake lies south of Georgetown, off Guanella Pass road. This road is closed to all thru traffic, and is barricaded off just past Clear Lake, for road construction. Parking may be a problem depending on how many vehicles there are. Car-top non-motorized boats are permitted on the lake. Rainbow Trout will be stocked during June and July.

Evergreen Lake - No current report available. You may contact The Lake House 720-880-1300.

Georgetown Lake - Fishing for Rainbows slowed this last weekend. Salmon egg and worm combinations have been working the best, however. The first cove on the south side of the lake, east of the bridge has been producing good numbers of rainbows. The south side of the lake, west of the bridge was slow. Keep an eye to the sky for any signs of lightning, springtime weather can change quickly, be prepared. The Lake is typically stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout and is home for some brown, cutthroat and brook trout. The south side of the lake offers good fishing along with natural windbreaks, which can come in handy in this typically windy canyon.

Gross Reservoir - Fishing has been fair for Rainbows, 10-12 inches. The inlet area has still been the best producer of larger fish. Salmon eggs, worms, and Power Eggs are working well. Action has slowed for tiger muskies. The reservoir is open to boating beginning Memorial Day thru September 30. Only hand carried watercraft are permitted, no motors allowed (hand powered only). Gross requirement: A wearable floatation device (PFD) a whistle or air horn, your name, address, and phone number must be written inside the craft. Fishing is prohibited between 9 P.M. and 4 A.M. or as posted at the main entrance.

Jim Baker Reservoir - Bass fishing has finally started to pick up this past week. Fishing for rainbows has improved and should continue with the cooler weather. Salmon eggs and worms fished off the bottom and Berkley Power Eggs have been working. Catfish have slowed. This little lake also has smallmouth bass, walleyes, panfish, and tiger muskies. A few bass have been caught using spinnerbaits. Catfish are hitting stink bait and chicken livers. There are no reports for walleye or Tiger Muskie at this time. Boats are not allowed. Fishing hours are sunrise to sunset.

Main Lake - Fishing for trout has been slow to poor in the mornings and afternoons using salmon eggs and PowerBait. When fishing the east side of the lake, and along the rocks, be sure to check your bait every 15 - 20 minutes, to ensure that you're not just feeding the crawdads. Remember to use bright colors on bright days and dark colors on dark or overcast days. Crappie, bluegills, channel catfish, suckers and yellow perch are also on tap. This urban reservoir has a surface area of 45-acres.This is an ideal lake for "Close to Home" fishing located in the Lakewood area. No boats are allowed on the lake. Park opens at dawn and closes at 10.30 p.m.

Quincy Reservoir - Quincy is open to boating. The water temperature is 74 degrees. All watercraft must be inspected before launching. All vehicles bringing in watercraft are required to have a Watercraft Access Pass. Bass fishing is starting to slow down with most of the bass in deeper water, most success is off the dam. Trout fishing is productive in the evenings using top water flies and Kastmasters. We are starting to see water levels decline so be careful along the shoreline as levels continue to drop. Quincy is restricted to fishing with artificial flies and lures. The limit for trout is two fish. Bass must be 18 inches or longer to possess. All boats must be hand-launched. Only electric motors are permitted. Quincy is open from 5AM to 930 PM daily for June. For more information, call 303-693-5463.

Sloans Lake - Trout fishing has picked up this past week, with the cooler weather conditions. Catfish is rated fair along the west shoreline using stink bait or small shrimp. Crappie action has slowed for now. There is no report for carp. (NOTE: You must have a receipt for all minnows; this receipt must be dated within the last 7 days to be valid).

South Platte River (Waterton Canyon) - Vital Reservoir Work to Close Waterton Canyon. Denver Water will remove massive amounts of Hayman Fire sediment. As a result; a Denver Water contractor will dredge the reservoir to remove at least 625,000 cubic yards of sediment. Waterton Canyon will be closed as follows: Monday, Aug. 2, 2010 until Sunday, Dec. 3, 2010 Monday, Feb. 28, 2011 until Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011. Neither the parking lot at the canyon's entrance nor the canyon will be accessible during the closure. Some contractor activity will precede this date but there will be flaggers to caution the public during July. Access to The Colorado Trail from Waterton Canyon also will be closed during these times. For more information contact www.ColoradoTrail.org

Standley Lake - Fishing times are sunrise to sunset and will be strictly enforced. Trout fishing from shore has been good using worms, Power Bait and salmon eggs off the bottom. Walleye fishing is really picking up with several catches measuring over 30" and weighing 10-12 lbs. last week. Water temp is approx. 60 degrees. Aquatic bait is no longer allowed at Standley Lake; this includes salamanders, leeches, crayfish, frogs and minnows. Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) regulations are in effect. All boats in 2010 must be sprayed off and quarantined for 11-15 days to be allowed onto the lake. A $6 fee is charged for all drive-in traffic. Drive in access is available from 7am to sunset. For more information, contact the Standley Lake Nature Center at (303) 425-1097.

Northeast Region

Barnes Meadow Reservoir - Barnes Meadow has been fishing decent. Most anglers are reporting catching some fish, but there has been a mixture of smaller and bigger fish. Powerbait has still been working the best, but other lures and Pistol Petes have also been showing some success.

Big Thompson River - Depending on flows the Big T has been fishing very well. Recent fluctuations have made it somewhat hit or miss. On July 5th flows were at 416cfs. Caddis have been very good, try Elk-Hairs, #16-18; Outrigger Caddis, #16-18; Hotwire Caddis, #16 and Z-Wing Caddis, #16-18, also try Caddis Emergers in #16-18. Terrestrial fishing has been very good using Ants, Hoppers and Beetles - try Ants #14-18, Hoppers #10-14 and Beetles #14-16. During the middle of the day, a Hopper/Dropper is the best way to go. Pale Morning Duns have appeared, a #16-20 PMD Parachute, Thorax or CDC PMD will work great for dries, Pheasant Tails, Military Mays and Pickpockets in #18-20 will imitate the Nymphs. Green Drakes are available and a #12 CDC Drake, Colorado Drake or Challenged Drake, will provide some fun fishing.

Carter Reservoir - 07/19/10: Fishing has picked up considerably. Worms appear to be working the best for walleye, bass, and trout. Most walleye activity has been reported on the east side of the reservoir, again generally between Dam 1 and Dam 2. The reservoir was stocked with catchable trout on June 28th. Boaters are reminded that all trailered watercraft MUST complete an Aquatic Nuisance Species (Zebra Mussel) inspection before being launched on this lake. This is a Colorado State law and is strictly enforced. Additional information is available online at http://www.larimer.org/parks/boating inspections.htm. Please remember that no fishing or other recreational activity is allowed within 100 feet of any of the dams or outlet structures.

Dixon Reservoir - Fishing has been decent, but with some of the warmer days, mornings and evenings have been working better. Bluegill have been hitting relatively well. The vegetation is definitely starting to make its way in and so weedless patterns are definitely going to be better.

Flatiron Reservoir - 07/19/10 Fishing has been very good this weekend. As usual, anglers are indicating that PowerBait and salmon eggs are working best. I spoke with a young angler on Thursday who caught his limit using a silver spinner. This reservoir was last stocked on June 28th with catchable trout. Please remember that there is no fishing or other recreational activities allowed within 100 feet of the dam, spillway, or outlet structures. Swimming, wading, and boating of any kind (including belly boats, kick boats, canoes, and kayaks) is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Horsetooth Reservoir - Fishing at Horsetooth Reservoir is great. Smallmouth and walleye have been active in the Inlet bay area, as well as cove areas with fish hitting on worms. Some spinners have been successful. Try reaction type baits. Tube jigs and jerk baits have worked well. In addition, smallmouth are more active with warming water temps. The water temp is around 65 degrees and warming. The water level is now dropping. Inlet Channel is open to fishing. You must have a valid fishing license. All walleye must be at least 18 inches long, but only one can exceed 21 inches. Smallmouth bass must be at least 12 inches.

Jackson Reservoir - Due to extreme high temperatures, fishing is fair for trout and slow for all other species. The water temperature near the shoreline is in the low 80s. Boats must be inspected for zebra mussels prior to launch. Inspection hours are 7A-8P seven days a week. Call the park office at 970.645.2551 or check the website for updates at http://parks.state.co.us/parks/jacksonlake.

Joe Wright Reservoir - Fishing continues to be very slow, with most anglers not having much luck, except in the inlet area. The grayling have been spawning, but it seems to be slowing down and fish are starting to make their way back to the reservoir. The fishing should hopefully pick up this week. 1. Fishing is prohibited from January 1 through July 31 on Joe Wright Creek from the confluence with the reservoir upstream to Highway 14. 2. Fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 3. The bag and possession limit for trout (except grayling) is two fish.

Lon Hagler Reservoir - Fishing has slowed since the last stocking in early June. Bank fishing has been slow fishing off the bottom with PowerBait. Fish are mainly feeding on the top, so fly anglers may have some luck if you can find the right fly. Flies and floats seem to be the ticket right now.

Long Draw Reservoir - The road is open and the reservoir is full. Some fish were seen rising this past weekend and some were seen cruising along the shoreline. Artificial flies and lures are all that can be used on the reservoir. Roostertails and Mepps are good starters and for flies, emergers or wet flies will be ones to start with.

North Sterling Reservoir - The lake is at 88% with the inlet and outlet both running. The water temperature is in the 70's. Due to construction the south boat ramp, and Ski Beach areas are closed to the public. The Balanced Rock area is now open to the public as well as the public can fish from the dam, but anglers have to walk in to fish that area. The Inlet, Sunset Point, and Balanced Rock areas are producing lots of wipers in the 16"-18" range with some anglers getting full limits on Green Mussel. Walleye's are being caught in the Sunset Point and Darby Arm areas using worm rig harnesses and jigs. Big catfish are still in the Cunningham Arm with some fish up to 30" being caught on cut shad. The inlet is also producing some catfish on cut shad.

Pine Valley Lake - Pine Valley lake levels are slowly rising and the water is very clear in the lower dam section. The water in this area is much warmer than the river right next to it. Rainbows are abundant but seem to have been finicky the past week. Most catches have been on black and olive leeches stripped deep with an occasional rising fish in the early morning and evening.

Pinewood Reservoir - 07/19/10: Fishing at Pinewood has been very good recently. Worms and PowerBait continue to be the most effective, with flies being preferred in the dawn and dusk hours. A 19" brown trout was caught recently in the inlet area. There have been no reports of tiger muskie catches recently. This reservoir was last stocked on June 28th with catchable trout. Please remember that all trailered watercraft MUST be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species (Zebra Mussels) before launch. The closest inspection station can be found at the North Ramp of Carter Lake. For information on inspection station days and times go to our web site at: www.larimer.org/naturalresources/boating_inspections.htm. This is Colorado State law and strictly enforced.

Poudre River - The river is continuing to drop in level and has been around 1000 cfs at the mouth of the canyon. This is a little below average for this time of the year, but it is still running a little high and fast. Both the upper and lower stretches are clearing up and are clear right now, definitely making it more fishable. With the river still fast, the more weighted lures, flies, or bait are working the best. Fishing along the shore will still be the best bet. Dry flies can be possible along the edges, but with short drifts.

Prewitt Reservoir - Water levels are good. Wiper fishing is good, 17-20" are being caught by trolling with crank-bait that look like shad. The minimum wiper length is 15". Fishing for catfish and walleye is still slow. The boat dock is now in and the ramp is open.

Rocky Mountain National Park - Flows in the Park are dropping fast. The Big T in Moraine is at 219 CFS. Fishing has been very good. Hatches include Little Yellow Stoneflies, #16, Caddis, #16-18 and Red Quills, #14-16. Try these flies: Stimulators, #16 Elk-Hair Caddis and Outrigger Caddis, #16-18. Little Yellow Stonefly #16, Neversink Sally #16 and Headlight Sally #16. Terrestrial fishing has also been very good with Hoppers #10-14, Beetles #14-16 and Ants #14-18. If you want to fish nymphs, then Copper Johns #12-18, Z-Wing or Glo-Bubble Caddis #16-18, Military Mays, Hotwire or Pickpockets #16-20. Also depending on the time of day we are getting some excellent Spinners Falls, #16 Rusty Spinner will do the trick. Call 1-800-586-2110 for more details.

St. Vrain River - Recent flows on the St Vrain at Lyons are 348 CFS. Caddis and Stoneflies are the best bet for the Vrain. Use Elk-Hair Caddis, #14-18, Z-Wing Caddis #16-18, Mangy Caddis #16-18. Rusty Spinners are available to the trout and a #16 Rusty Spinner can provide some exciting dry fly action in #16. Terrestrial fishing has begun on the Vrain Hoppers, Beetles and Ants can be very good. Try Hoppers in #10-14, Beetles #14-16 and Ant patterns #14-18. Hit the deeper holes and pockets with a dry fly and dropper and you will do well. Pale Morning Duns have made their appearance and a PMD pattern in #16-20 will work well to match the hatch, dry fly fishing has been improving.

Northwest Region

Colorado River (near Granby) - Flow rates have come way down. The water flows below Windy gap and below Parshall are 263cfs and 315cfs respectively. Copper Johns, RS-2s, Prince nymphs, stone fly nymphs and other emerger patterns, San Juan worms and egg patterns are doing well. Chartreuse wooly buggers also are working. Hatches should make caddis, pale duns, yellow sallys, and other dry flies productive. In the immediate Granby area and downstream to the bridge at the lower end of Byers Canyon, bait fishing is permitted and two fish may be kept. From the east side of the bridge abutments (the west end of Byers Canyon) down to Troublesome Creek, including the Williams Fork River from the reservoir, catch-and-release rules apply and fishing is by artificial flies and lures only. 7/18/2010

Delaney Buttes - The fishing action on the Delaneys is really picking up. Anglers are having good, to excellent success for big trout, using a variety of dry flies and hardware.

Dillon Reservoir - The launch ramp at the Dillon Marina will be open 8:30am to 5:30pm daily weather permitting. The only boat launching areas will be at the Dillon and Frisco marinas. All boats launched and retrieved at the Dillon Marina will require an Invasive Species Inspection. We recommend that you check ahead with the marinas staff for hours of operation before you launch or retrieve your vessel. Inspection station hours will vary during the year depending on weather and time of season. We recommend that you check ahead with the marinas staff for hours of operation. The launch ramp at the Dillon Marina will be open 8:30am to 5:30pm daily weather permitting. The only boat launching areas will be at the Dillon and Frisco marinas. Phone (970) 468-5100 for information

Elkhead Reservoir - The reservoir is open to fishing and boating daily and the reservoir is full. The water has improved in clarity and the fish are on. We are seeing large crappie holding in structured areas. Small Mouth have finished spawning and are headed to deeper water. Good size Pike are being caught and not as many hammer handles as last year. ANS inspections will continue again this summer and will be the driving force for the boat ramp opening and closing schedule.
Frying Pan River - Depending on the stretch of the river, flows have been around 13cfs to 164cfs. We're still seeing fish actively feeding on shrimp. Sight fishing on the flats is just about as much fun as you can have on the Upper Pan right now.

Granby Reservoir - Trolling deeper using deep diving lures, lead line, and downriggers can find kokanee and lake trout. Jigging is very productive. Fly fishing the inlet streams, the Colorado river below Shadow Mountain and Arapaho Creek is very good; streamers, wooly buggers, emergers egg patterns, and some dry flies are working well. Rainbows can be found all around the reservoir. The water level is higher than it has been in years, covering ground that has not been covered for quite some time; these areas are new feeding grounds for the fish. Fishing the Stillwater and Arapaho inlet areas continues to be productive. Arapaho Bay is also fishing well. Bank fishing is good, especially in the early morning and late evening. Worms are working better than usual. 7/18/2010 Ill. No change.

Grand Lake - This lake is over 270' deep. It can be difficult, but very rewarding to learn to fish this lake. Very large lake trout, nice rainbows, browns, and kokanee salmon are available. Trolling, jigging, bait, lure, and fly fishing are all productive ways of catching these fish. Belly boats are useful. Trolling for kokanee is working well. Lake trout are still being caught in less than ten feet on lures. Two prime bank fishing areas are the mouth of the channel and around the West Portal. From Oct. 1st-June30th, all lakers 26-36 inches long must be released immediately. Rapalas, Kastmasters, and Blue Fox spinners are only some of the lures used. Jigging with sucker and shiner meat is common. Bank fishing is good from the public areas. 7/18/2010 Ill. No change.

Green Mountain Reservoir - Trout are being caught on nightcrawlers, power bait or salmon eggs.

Pearl Lake - 7/15/10 Anglers are having some luck at Pearl. As usual though, it is a very picky lake to fish. All areas and campground are open and fishing is good. Remember all boats on trailers have to be inspected before launching. CLEAN DRAINED and DRY are the key words for a fast inspection. Use this link to view our Hahn's Peak web cam that we turned so you can see the cove behind the Visitor Center http://165.127.23.131/view/index.shtml

Shadow Mountain Reservoir - Most of this reservoir is shallow, but trolling the channel, spin or bait fishing the east shoreline north of the dam can be productive. The south boat ramp area can also be good. Fishing the pump canal and below the dam can be highly rewarding using flies, slip bobber rigs, lures, and nightcrawlers on the bottom. The canal pumps are being run again, making the canal and the area where it enters the reservoir, prime fishing sights. Small jigs tipped with wax worms, mealworms, power bait or eggs are commonly used. The south boat ramp is open. The flow rate below the dam is low, but the spillway and the river is fishing well. All species of fish that reside in the reservoir are being caught in the spillway area. 7/18/2010 Ill. No change.

Stagecoach Reservoir - Midges, San Juan worms, and emergers have been working well for fly fishing the tailwaters below the dam. The redds are down and fenced for protection so please be aware of footing and stay off the beds. Pike activity has been picking up they have been hitting on spoons. Rainbow trout have been hitting on brightly colored PowerBait, cast masters, and trolling with a crayfish lure has yielded some larger sized trout. Mainly stocker size trout around 14" have been landed with a few reports of 4-6 lb trout. A boat inspection for aquatic nuisance species is required prior to launching. The water level in the reservoir will begin to be lowered in mid July for a construction project at the dam and will be closed to boating this year starting September 7th.

Steamboat Lake - 7/15/10 Fishing is still good all around. As of last weekend, most anglers are using a variety of baits and doing well. Meadow Point and Rainbow ridge are very popular all day long. The coves wont hit hard until the weekend. Remember all boats on trailers have to be inspected before launching. CLEAN DRAINED and DRY are the key words for a fast inspection. Use this link to view our Hahn's Peak web cam that we turned so you can see the cove behind the Visitor Center http://165.127.23.131/view/index.shtml

Trappers Lake - No current fishing report is available at this time

Vega Reservoir - Vega is open for boating. Fishing is picking up and should continue to improve throughout the year.

Williams Fork Reservoir - Rainbow and brown trout, lake trout, northern pike and Kokanee are available. Boat inspections and ramp access are from 6:00AM to 8:00PM seven days a week; ramps are closed at night. Bank fishing is staying good at the inlet and by the east boat ramp. Rainbows have been plentiful and large. Bait fishing using bottom rigs, jigs, trolling worm harnesses are productive methods of catching fish as well as lures and fly fishing. It is reported today that the pike were hitting poppers and other surface lures in many different places around the reservoir. Inquire in Granby for the latest conditions. From buoy line at Williams Fork River inlet upstream to first CR bridge: Fishing and snagging prohibited Sept. 15-Nov. 30. 7/18/2010

Willow Creek Reservoir - Rainbow, brown trout and Kokanee salmon are available. This is a beautiful area with easy fishing access around the boat ramp area and the next bay. If a person likes to hike, taking the trail to the inlet area can be rewarding. This reservoir is a good place to take kids, and gets less fishing pressure than other area lakes. Worms, Powerbait, salmon eggs and many different lures are commonly used. Catch rates are good, making the fishermen happy. Trailered boats are still not allowed on the reservoir. Fly fishing is also very productive from shore and out of canoes and belly boats. Inquire in Granby for updates. Over the 4th of July holiday, most visitors caught many fish. 7/18/2010 Ill. No change.

Wolford Reservoir - No fishing report available

Yampa River (Hayden through Craig) - The Yampa has cleared and is dropping fast. Fishing has been very good all through the valley. Fishing dry flies as well as streamers is very effective right now. Rapalas and rooster tails are working like a charm. Fish early or late; mid day seems to be slow right now.

Yampa River (Stagecoach through Steamboat) - The water is high but clear, and water level is going down every day. The fishing is good, and we recommend using nymphs and streamers. Dry fly fishing should pick up next week. Use PMDs and yellow sallies. The conditions for the lakes remain consistent.

Southeast Region

Adobe Creek Res. (Blue Lake) - Slow for all species with the occasional channel catfish and white bass being caught. Blue Lake has always been a popular catfish destination, and plenty of large channel and blue cats inhabit this lake. The water level is dropping due to irrigation needs. The upper boat ramps are usable, but won't be for long. The lower boat ramps will soon be usable. The island is now closed due to endangered species nesting.

Anticline Lake - Due to warmer water temps, the pond is not stocked for the summer months. Rainbow trout have slowed, but can still be caught on a variety of Powerbait colors.

Arkansas River #3 (Through Pueblo) - High water levels are still keeping most fishermen out of this stretch of the river.

Arkansas River (Buena Vista to Salida) - Fishing in the Browns Canyon area has been outstanding. The cool, oxygenated water has been keeping fish active and feeding throughout the day. Pale morning duns and caddis fished behind an attractor dry have been taking a lot of fish off the edges and out of riffles. Dry-dropper rigs along the shelf lines have also done well. If going subsurface, a small, un-weighted mayfly emerger trailed off the nymph will take a lot of fish.

Arkansas River (Leadville to Buena Vista) - The upper Arkansas is stable with clear, cool water flowing at 111 cfs. Caddis and yellow sally stoneflies have been active early and late, while hoppers and pale morning dun mayflies rule the afternoons. Below the Lake Creek confluence, where flows are 465 cfs through the Granite Gorge, dry-dropper rigs are taking a lot of fish off the bouldered shelf lines and out of pockets.

Arkansas River (Salida to Canon City) - Bighorn Sheep Canyon continues to produce well, though recent heat has slowed the mid-afternoon fishing. With cooler weather moving into the valley this week, expect afternoon fishing to improve and pale morning dun hatches to strengthen. Caddis dries trailed behind an attractor or fished solo have been excellent early and late.

Blue and Bear Lakes - The access road to the lakes is open as of 5/26/10. Ice is off of both lakes and accessible. The lakes were stocked the week of June 14th, June 28th and again the week of July 5th. Please note that you are fishing in bear country. Please be responsible by keeping trash contained and store anything that has an odor in a secure vehicle with windows closed. Thank you!

Bonny Reservoir - A few walleye and white bass have been taken off the face of the dam with crankbaits. A few catfish have also been taken off the north shore or off boats with typical baits. Water temp is up to 78 degrees. Due to budget cuts, fishing licenses are no longer sold at the visitor center. The lake is open for boating for the summer. No night operation allowed weekdays (Sunday night to Thursday night). Due to staffing reductions, there will be times that boating will be at your own risk. Water level is currently very good at the boat ramp with 6 to 7 feet in depth and 6 foot depth at the sandbar. Due to the higher water, your feet will get wet when using the courtesy dock.

Catamount Reservoirs, North & South - Fishing at South Catamount and Crystal is good with worms and Power Bait being effective. North Catamount is excellent fishing with a grasshopper pattern and olive/green woolly bugger. The reservoirs are part of the North Slope of Pikes Peak Recreation Area. See the entry for Crystal Creek Reservoir for hours and fees. Both lakes have mackinaw, in addition to rainbows, Snake River cutthroats and possibly a few brook trout. Fishing at North Cat, the larger of the two, is restricted to artificial flies and lures. (7/2)

Cheesman Reservoir - Cheesman Reservoir will be closed to al visitors beginning Jan. 1, 2010, as Denver Water makes essential upgrades to the dam, which was built in 1905. The reservoir is scheduled to reopen May 1, 2011. Upper and lower Gill Trail will remain open to hikers who want to access Cheesman Canyon throughout the closure period. During the closure, Denver Water will be upgrading the dam's valve system, which was installed when the dam was built in 1905, and will be installing underwater trash racks to prevent debris from clogging the valves. Cheesman is more than 100 years old, and the underwater valves that Denver Water is replacing were installed in 1905 and the late 1920s

Clear Creek Reservoir - Clear Creek Reservoir is open to boats five days per week, Thursday through Monday, from 6:00 AM through 9:00 PM. The water temperatures are about 58 degrees. Water level in the reservoir is still high and the clarity continues to improve. High water camouflaging submerged boulders and bushes still hampers shore fishing with baits. Panther Martins and Kastmasters (the rainbow trout color) seem to be the spinning lures of choice, doing reasonably well, with yellow spinners also a preferred color. Casting from boats have reported large numbers of fish caught and released, and some Kokanee large enough to be considered for dinner. Some trout have also fallen prey to gray Adams flies but, on the whole, fly fishing has been off a bit.