Bonham Reservoir
Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Kelp Bass and 2 more species
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 trout, and smallmouth bass. The area also offers hiking, biking, and camping opportunities. Fishing tips include using lures and baitfish imitations, as well as fishing in deeper water during hot summer months. The best time to visit is in the fall when the temperatures are mild, averaging around 60°F. Get driving directions.

Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Brown Trout
The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Rainbow Trout
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
Smallmouth Bass
There is no doubt that the smallmouth bass rivals the largemouth in popularity.
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Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
---|---|
Colo River Blw Grd Valley Div Nr Palisade Co | 1,440 cfs / 4.28 ft |
Smith Fork Near Lazear | 0 cfs / 4.30 ft |
West Divide Creek Near Raven | 3 cfs / 1.16 ft |
Muddy Creek At Bardine | -999 cfs / 3.71 ft |
North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset | 65 cfs / 1.29 ft |
Hubbard Creek At Highway 133 At Mouth Nr Bowie | 4 cfs / 0.40 ft |
Cimarron River Bl Squaw Creek | 57 cfs / 7.97 ft |