Best fishing near Mesa
33 fishing spots · 33 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Mesa, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 33 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
J⛰
#1
Juniata Reservoir
Fair
9.8 mi away
· Water 71°F · warming for trout· Lightly stained · 21 FNU· Patchy Smoke · 61°F · 5 mph wind
The Juniata Reservoir in Colorado is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to various fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout, and…
Why 57: live conditions (fair)
57Solid
S⛰
#2
Silver Lake (Grand Mesa)
Good
12.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Patchy Smoke · 74°F · 20 mph wind
The Silver Lake Grand Mesa fishing area in Colorado is a stunning location for fishing enthusiasts. It's home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brook trout…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
F⛰
#3
Forty Acre Lake
Good
12.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Patchy Smoke · 74°F · 20 mph wind
Forty Acre Lake is a popular fishing spot located in Larimer County, Colorado, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, catfish, and largemouth bass, making it an excellent…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
L⛰
#4
Little Gem Reservoir
Good
8.5 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
The Little Gem Reservoir fishing area is located in the northeastern part of Colorado, USA. The reservoir is home to popular fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, and…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
B⛰
#5
Bonham Reservoir
Good
13.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Patchy Smoke · 74°F · 20 mph wind
The Bonham Reservoir is located in southwestern Colorado, near the town of Cortez. It is a popular fishing destination, with anglers primarily targeting rainbow trout, brown…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
S⛰
#6
South Mesa Lake
Good
3.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Smoke · 64°F · 10 mph wind
South Mesa Lake is a small, man-made reservoir located just outside of Boulder, Colorado. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and channel catfish, making it a…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
W⛰
#7
Ward Lake
Good
9.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Ward Lake is a popular fishing destination located in southwestern Colorado. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and also provides opportunities for catching brown trout…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
E⛰
#8
Eggleston Lake
Good
11.6 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Eggleston Lake is a great fishing spot in Colorado that's known for rainbow trout, brook trout, and cutthroat trout. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
Y⛰
#9
Youngs Creek Reservoirs
Good
12.6 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Youngs Creek Reservoirs is a great fishing destination located in the Colorado high country. The reservoir is home to several species of fish such as rainbow trout, cutthroat…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
P⛰
#10
Porter Reservoir #1
Good
10.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 57°F · 5 mph wind
Porter Reservoir 1 is a popular fishing spot in Colorado known for its rainbow trout, brown trout, and yellow perch. Nearby activities include hiking and camping in the San Juan…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
C⛰
#11
Carson Lake
Good
5.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Carson Lake is a popular fishing spot located in southern Colorado. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
J⛰
#12
Jumbo Reservoir (Grand Mesa)
Good
3.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Smoke · 64°F · 10 mph wind
Jumbo Reservoir is located on Grand Mesa in western Colorado and offers great fishing opportunities for rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby activities include…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
S⛰
#13
Sunset Lake
Good
3.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Smoke · 64°F · 10 mph wind
Sunset Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Colorado, USA, with a variety of fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout. Apart from fishing…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
L⛰
#14
Lost Lake (Grand Mesa
Good
3.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Smoke · 64°F · 10 mph wind
Lost Lake on Grand Mesa in Colorado is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including rainbow trout, brook trout, and…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
M⛰
#15
Mesa Lake
Good
3.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Smoke · 64°F · 10 mph wind
Mesa Lake is a popular fishing spot in Colorado, USA, known for its brown, rainbow and cutthroat trout. Fishing enthusiasts can also catch kokanee salmon and lake trout. The…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
Fishing near Mesa
The Mesa area has 33 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Mesa
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.