DEPOORTER LAKE

Species • Weather • Hydrology


FISHING • COLORADO

Depoorter Lake


April 23, 2024

Depoorter Lake is a small reservoir located in Montrose County, Colorado. The lake is known for its excellent trout fishing, with rainbow and cutthroat trout being the most common species caught. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using small lures and bait, focusing on shallow areas near drop-offs, and fishing during the early morning or late evening hours. The best time to visit is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Cutthroat Trout

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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

DePoorter Lake

Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout

Stalker Lake

Spot

Chappell Lake

Blue Catfish • Bluegill • Channel Catfish • Kelp Bass • Largemouth Bass • Walleye

Jumbo Annex (Red Lion SWA)

Apache Trout • Brown Trout

Lodgepole Creek

Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Rainbow Trout • White Perch • Yellow Perch

Jumbo Reservoir (Julesburg)

Apache Trout • Blue Catfish • Rainbow Trout • Walleye • White Perch • Yellow Perch
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

ROCK CREEK LAKE
North Fork Republican Watershed, Nebraska
MARTIN BAY HIGH WATER
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska
SPILLWAY BAY - BACK RAMP
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska
NORTH BOAT RAMP
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska
SOUTH RAMP
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska
ARTHUR BAY
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska
FRYE LAKE WMA
Upper Middle Loup Watershed, Nebraska
CHAPPELL LAKE
Lower Lodgepole Watershed, Colorado
GOLDENEYE WMA
Lower South Platte Watershed, Colorado
DIVER'S BAY
Lower North Platte Watershed, Nebraska

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Haxtun City Park

Ash Hollow State Historical Park

Walgren Lake State Recreation Area

Champion Lake State Recreation Area

Finnegan Park

Champion Mill State Historical Park

Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Lake Ogallala State Recreation Area

Chadron State Park

Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area

                                                                                                                        
                                               

Nearby Campgrounds

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