Colorado Fishing Destinations

Echo Canyon Reservoir

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass and 2 more species

Echo Canyon Reservoir is located in Lincoln County, Colorado and is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species such as walleye, crappie, bluegill, and largemouth bass. Nearby activities include hiking and camping in the Echo Canyon State Park. Fishing tips include using jigs, worms, and lures to catch fish. The best time to visit is in the summer months of June through August when the temperatures average around 80°F. Get driving directions.

ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR
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Fish Species

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Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.

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Today the bluegill is one of the most popular panfish species in North America.

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The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...

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The walleye is a wide-ranging, North American species that occurs virtually everywhere on the mainland.