Adobe Creek Reservoir (Blue Lake)
Apache Trout • Black Crappie • Blue Catfish and 4 more species
Adobe Creek Reservoir, better known as Blue Lake, is a popular fishing spot located in southern Colorado. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include camping, hiking, and boating. Fishing tips include using lures such as jigs, worms, or spinners. The best time to visit is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from the 70s to low 90s Fahrenheit. Get driving directions.

Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Black Crappie
Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.
Blue Catfish
This is the largest catfish of the family Ictaluridae, reported to grow to 120 lb. (54 kg).
Bluegill
Today the bluegill is one of the most popular panfish species in North America.
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.
Rainbow Trout
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
Nearby Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Arkansas River At La Junta | 44 cfs / 7.21 ft |
Arkansas River At Catlin Dam | -999 cfs / 4.95 ft |
Crooked Arroyo Near Swink | 4 cfs / 2.31 ft |
Catlin Canal At Mile 0.1 | 0 cfs / -0.05 ft |
Arkansas River At Lamar | 27 cfs / 5.34 ft |
Arkansas River At Las Animas | 111 cfs / 8.09 ft |