BARKER RESERVOIR

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • COLORADO

Barker Reservoir


April 24, 2024

Barker Reservoir in Colorado is a popular fishing spot for anglers. The reservoir is populated with rainbow and brown trout, as well as kokanee salmon, mackinaw, and even occasional kokanee salmon. Aside from fishing, visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, camping, and boating. For fishing, it is recommended to use either spinners or flies. The best time to visit is during the spring and fall months, with temperatures ranging from 30-60°F. It is important to note that fishing in the reservoir is only allowed during the daylight hours.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Atlantic Salmon
Image Alt Brown Trout

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Wellington Lake

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Antero Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Spinney Mountain Reservoir

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

South Platte River

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

North Catamount Reservoir

Apache Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout

Manitou Lake

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Tarryall Reservoir

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout • Rainbow Trout

Eleven Mile Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Northern Pike

Cheesman Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Elevenmile Canyon Reservoir

Apache Trout • Atlantic Salmon • Brown Trout • Northern Pike • Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BOAT LAUNCH GRAND LAKE
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT #2)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
CHAMBERS LAKE BOATING SITE
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
PINEVIEW RIVER ACCESS POINT (PUT-IN, TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
BRIDGES RIVER ACCESS POINT (TAKE-OUT)
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado
WEST 69TH AVENUE 4700, WESTMINSTER
Clear Watershed, Colorado
CR 6 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
US 34 GRAND COUNTY
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Rafting & Kayaking

BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CO/WY STATELINE TO DOUGLAS CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
BIG CREEK
Upper North Platte Watershed, Wyoming
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
SOUTH SEC LINE, SEC 2, T11N, R80W TO CO/WY STATELINE
Upper North Platte Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
END OF FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD TO PEARL CREEK IN SE 1/4 SEC 21, T10N, R74W
Cache La Poudre Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Mylar Park

Converse Softball Complex

Curt Gowdy State Park

Dutcher Field

Cinnabar Park

Holliday Park

Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge

Leo Pando Park

Brimmer Park

                                                                                                                        
                                               
GRAND COUNTY BIRD LIST
SAPPHIRE POINT OVERLOOK
KAWUNEECHE VISITOR CENTER
The Kawuneeche Visitor Center is a popular point of interest located in the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The center serves as a gateway to the western side of ...
PAWNEE OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
MORAINE PARK DISCOVERY CENTER
The Moraine Park Discovery Center is one of the must-visit points of interest for tourists in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This educational center offers visitors the opportunity to learn ...
DILLON DAM OVERLOOK DAY USE AREA
KENOSHA WILDLIFE VIEWING OBSERVATION SITE
BEAVER MEADOWS VISITOR CENTER
The Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is a must-see point of interest in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. This award-winning visitor center offers informative exhibits, interactive displays, and a wide range ...
OSPREY VIEWING SITE
FLAT ROCKS OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE

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