Rifle Gap Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in Colorado that's home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and smallmouth bass. Aside from fishing, visitors can go boating, hiking, picnicking, and camping in the nearby Rifle Gap State Park. For fishing, experts recommend using lures and bait that imitate crayfish, minnows, or worms. The best time to visit for fishing is from March to June and September to November, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F.
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Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Bonham Lake City Park | Numerous | 9,861 ft | |||
Carp Lake | 20 | 10,267 ft | |||
Bogan Flats | 36 | 7,609 ft | |||
Collbran - Cottonwood Lake | 56 | 9,946 ft | |||
Spruce Grove - Mesa | 16 | 9,961 ft | |||
McClure | 8 | 8,187 ft | |||
Eggleston | 6 | 10,170 ft | |||
Jumbo | 26 | 9,791 ft | |||
Kiser Creek | 12 | 10,112 ft | |||
Ward Lake | 27 | 10,222 ft |