Colorado Fishing Destinations

Homestake Reservoir

Apache Trout Arctic Grayling Atlantic Salmon and 1 more species

Homestake Reservoir is a popular fishing spot located in Colorado, USA. It's known for its abundance of rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. Fishing enthusiasts can also catch kokanee salmon and arctic grayling. Activities in the area include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Fishing tips include using flies or lures to catch the trout and using bait for the kokanee salmon. The best time to visit is from late May to early June when the temperature is around 60°F. Get driving directions.

HOMESTAKE RESERVOIR
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Fish Species

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The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.

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As its name implies, the Arctic graying is primarily an inhabitant of northern waters.

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The value of the Atlantic salmon both as a sport, commercial, and food fish cannot be exaggerated.

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Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.