Shadow Mountain Reservoir is situated in Grand County, Colorado, and is a popular fishing destination. The reservoir is home to various species of fish, including rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee salmon, and lake trout. The area also offers plenty of recreational activities, such as hiking, boating, and camping. Fishing tips include using lures or bait that resemble the species of fish in the reservoir and fishing near the deeper parts of the lake. The best time to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Featured Fish - American Shad

The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: This is a silvery fish with a single dorsal fin in the middle of the back. There is a large black spot directly behind the top of the gill cover, followed by 4-27 spots, which are generally smaller than the first. Sometimes there may be a second row of spots below the first, and more rarely, a third row below the second.They closely resemble the hickory shad. The most important physical distinction is in the lower jaw. In the American shad this jaw fits easily into a deep notch under the upper jaw, whereas, in hickory shad the lower jaw protrudes noticeably beyond the upper jaw. Also, the American shad grows considerably larger. Both occur up and down the coasts, but the American shad is predominantly in southern climates.